1995 Acura Legend vs. 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Acura Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Acura Legend would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Legend (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura Legend weights approximately 485 kg more than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Acura 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, 1995 Acura Legend (286 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (170 Nm). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura Legend | 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Acura | Mazda |
Model | Legend | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 170 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 48 L |