1988 Honda Legend vs. 2013 Mazda CX-05
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-05 is newer by 25 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 22 more horse power than 2013 Mazda CX-05. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda CX-05. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda CX-05 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1988 Honda Legend.
Because 2013 Mazda CX-05 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-05 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, 1988 Honda Legend (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda CX-05. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda CX-05. 2013 Mazda CX-05 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. 2013 Mazda CX-05 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Legend | 2013 Mazda CX-05 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Legend | CX-05 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4555 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2165 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2700 mm |