1997 Honda Legend vs. 2009 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 12 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 79 more horse power than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Legend weights approximately 120 kg more than 2009 Mazda BT-50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda BT-50. 1997 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda BT-50 has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda BT-50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Legend | 2009 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Legend | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
