1988 Honda Legend vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 1988 Honda Legend is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 450 kg more than 1983 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Honda Legend (241 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Legend | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Legend | 323 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2370 mm |
