1990 Honda Legend vs. 1995 Mazda MX-3
To start off, 1995 Mazda MX-3 is newer by 5 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 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 69 more horse power than 1995 Mazda MX-3. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda MX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Legend weights approximately 361 kg more than 1995 Mazda MX-3. 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 (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda MX-3. (134 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda MX-3.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Legend | 1995 Mazda MX-3 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Legend | MX-3 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1059 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |