1997 Honda Legend vs. 2000 Mazda Protege
To start off, 2000 Mazda Protege is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Protege. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Protege. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Protege weights approximately 115 kg more than 1997 Honda Legend.
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, 1997 Honda Legend (298 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Protege. (164 Nm). This means 1997 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Protege.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Legend | 2000 Mazda Protege | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Legend | Protege |
Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 164 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 85.1 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2680 mm |