1987 Mazda 929 vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda 929 (163 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2013 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 929 weights approximately 253 kg more than 2013 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 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 1987 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Civic, 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, 1987 Mazda 929 (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda 929 | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | 929 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1227 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4556 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |
