1986 Mazda 929 vs. 2010 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2010 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 3,470 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 929. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mazda 929 weights approximately 496 kg more than 2010 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2010 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Mazda 929. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Ridgeline will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda 929. (259 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mazda 929 | 2010 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | 929 | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3110 mm |
