1973 Honda 145 vs. 1986 Mazda 929
To start off, 1986 Mazda 929 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda 145 would be higher. At 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mazda 929 (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mazda 929 weights approximately 705 kg more than 1973 Honda 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Mazda 929 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 1986 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Honda 145, 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, 1986 Mazda 929 (259 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 145. 1986 Mazda 929 has automatic transmission and 1973 Honda 145 has manual transmission. 1973 Honda 145 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Mazda 929 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 145 | 1986 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | 145 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1433 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2720 mm |
