1984 Mazda 929 vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 28 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Insight (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Insight weights approximately 98 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, 2012 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Mazda 929 | 2012 Honda Insight | |
Make | Mazda | Honda |
Model | 929 | Insight |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2550 mm |