1990 Honda Legend vs. 2009 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-7 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 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (235 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1990 Honda Legend. (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Legend.
Because 2009 Mazda CX-7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (351 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Legend. (300 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Legend. 1990 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda CX-7 has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda CX-7 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 | 2009 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Legend | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 69 L |
