1985 Honda Accord vs. 1973 Mazda 929
To start off, 1985 Honda Accord is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Honda Accord weights approximately 58 kg more than 1973 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, 1985 Honda Accord (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Honda Accord | 1973 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Accord | 929 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 88 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |