1988 Honda Legend vs. 2001 Mazda 6
To start off, 2001 Mazda 6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Legend would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 6. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 6 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1988 Honda Legend.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda 6. (181 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Legend | 2001 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Legend | 6 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |