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 90 more horse power than 1989 Mazda 323. (110 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda 323.
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 (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda 323. (126 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda 323. 1995 Acura Legend has automatic transmission and 1989 Mazda 323 has manual transmission. 1989 Mazda 323 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Acura Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
