1985 Honda Accord vs. 1988 Mazda 929
To start off, 1988 Mazda 929 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Accord (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1988 Mazda 929. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1988 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mazda 929 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1985 Honda Accord.
Because 1988 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 1988 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Honda Accord, 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, 1988 Mazda 929 (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Accord. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Accord | 1988 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Accord | 929 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
