1989 Honda Accord vs. 1973 Mazda 929
To start off, 1989 Honda Accord is newer by 16 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 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda 929 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord.
Because 1973 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 1973 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Honda Accord (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 929. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Accord | 1973 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Accord | 929 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
