1999 Honda Legend vs. 2003 Mazda Roadster
To start off, 2003 Mazda Roadster is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Legend 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 54 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (148 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Legend weights approximately 590 kg more than 2003 Mazda Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Mazda Roadster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Mazda Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Legend | 2003 Mazda Roadster | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Legend | Roadster |
Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1838 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 48 L |