1990 Honda Legend vs. 2009 Mazda 3
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 is newer by 19 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 30 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 3. (145 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 3 weights approximately 134 kg more than 1990 Honda Legend.
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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 3. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Legend | 2009 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Legend | 3 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1998 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |