1995 Acura Legend vs. 2001 Mazda 6
To start off, 2001 Mazda 6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Acura Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Acura Legend 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 81 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura Legend weights approximately 110 kg more than 2001 Mazda 6. 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, 2001 Mazda 6 (311 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Legend. (286 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura Legend | 2001 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Acura | Mazda |
Model | Legend | 6 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
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 | 200 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |