1985 Mazda 929 vs. 2011 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2011 Honda Jazz is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Jazz weights approximately 893 kg more than 1985 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 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1985 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mazda 929 | 2011 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | 929 | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
