1984 Mazda 929 vs. 2010 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2010 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 891 kg more than 1984 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, 2010 Honda Ridgeline (247 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mazda 929 | 2010 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | 929 | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3110 mm |
