1988 Honda Legend vs. 2010 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2010 Mazda Tribute is newer by 22 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 171 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 184 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, 2010 Mazda Tribute (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend. 2010 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 1988 Honda Legend has manual transmission. 1988 Honda Legend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1988 Honda Legend | 2010 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Legend | Tribute |
Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1514 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4442 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |