1992 Honda Legend vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Legend 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 46 more horse power than 2013 Mazda 3. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Legend weights approximately 247 kg more than 2013 Mazda 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, 1992 Honda Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 3. (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Legend | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Legend | 3 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1303 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
