1988 Honda Legend vs. 2007 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2007 Mazda Drifter is newer by 19 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 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2007 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda Drifter.
Because 2007 Mazda Drifter 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 2007 Mazda Drifter. 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 (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Legend | 2007 Mazda Drifter | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Legend | Drifter |
Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 2606 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3010 mm |