1980 Mazda 929 vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 33 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 2,356 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (182 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 461 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Honda Accord (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 929. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mazda 929 | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | 929 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 99 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1531 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
