1990 Honda Legend vs. 1971 Mazda 818
To start off, 1990 Honda Legend is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1971 Mazda 818. (80 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Legend weights approximately 610 kg more than 1971 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Mazda 818 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 1971 Mazda 818. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Honda Legend (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda 818. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Legend | 1971 Mazda 818 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Legend | 818 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2290 mm |