1996 Honda Legend vs. 2012 Mazda 5
To start off, 2012 Mazda 5 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Legend 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 45 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 5. (157 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Legend weights approximately 120 kg more than 2012 Mazda 5. 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, 1996 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 5. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Legend | 2012 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Legend | 5 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3472 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1615 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |