1990 Honda Legend vs. 1992 Mazda 626
To start off, 1992 Mazda 626 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Legend (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1992 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1992 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Legend weights approximately 420 kg more than 1992 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Honda Legend (300 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda 626. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda 626. 1990 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1992 Mazda 626 has manual transmission. 1992 Mazda 626 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Legend | 1992 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Legend | 626 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2620 mm |
