1995 Acura Legend vs. 1989 Mazda 323
To start off, 1995 Acura Legend is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Legend (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1989 Mazda 323. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura Legend weights approximately 517 kg more than 1989 Mazda 323. 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, 1995 Acura Legend (286 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda 323. (164 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Legend | 1989 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Acura | Mazda |
| Model | Legend | 323 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2510 mm |
