1990 Honda Legend vs. 1996 Mazda 121
To start off, 1996 Mazda 121 is newer by 6 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 116 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 121. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Legend weights approximately 331 kg more than 1996 Mazda 121. 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 (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 121. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Legend | 1996 Mazda 121 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Legend | 121 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1064 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2460 mm |