1996 Honda Legend vs. 1978 Mazda 929
To start off, 1996 Honda Legend is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Legend weights approximately 600 kg more than 1978 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Legend | 1978 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Legend | 929 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3472 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |