1980 Mazda 929 vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 7 kg more than 1980 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic, 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, 1980 Mazda 929 (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1980 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mazda 929 | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | 929 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1157 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
