1988 Honda Legend vs. 1987 Mazda 929
To start off, 1988 Honda Legend is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 929. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 929 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1988 Honda Legend.
Because 1987 Mazda 929 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Honda Legend (241 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 929. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 929. 1988 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1987 Mazda 929 has manual transmission. 1987 Mazda 929 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Legend | 1987 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Legend | 929 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2183 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
