1988 Honda Legend vs. 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6

To start off, 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 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, 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (270 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1988 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 240 kg more than 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6.

Because 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Honda Legend 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6
Make Honda Mazda
Model Legend MazdaSpeed6
Year Released 1988 2007
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2675 cc 2260 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 175 HP 270 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 232 Nm 380 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3000 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1420 kg 1180 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2680 mm


 

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