1999 Honda Legend vs. 1985 Mazda 929
To start off, 1999 Honda Legend is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Legend weights approximately 520 kg more than 1985 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, 1999 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Legend | 1985 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Legend | 929 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2620 mm |
