1977 Honda Accord vs. 1987 Mazda 929
To start off, 1987 Mazda 929 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda 929 (163 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 929 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1977 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 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 1987 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Honda Accord, 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, 1987 Mazda 929 (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Honda Accord | 1987 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Accord | 929 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2720 mm |