1978 Mazda 929 vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 195 kg more than 1978 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, 2008 Honda Civic (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 929 | 2008 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | 929 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
