1992 Honda Legend vs. 1986 Mazda 929
To start off, 1992 Honda Legend is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Legend (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 929. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mazda 929 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1992 Honda Legend.
Because 1986 Mazda 929 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Honda Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda 929. (259 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Legend | 1986 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Legend | 929 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
