1989 Honda Accord vs. 1990 Mazda 929
To start off, 1990 Mazda 929 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 929. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mazda 929 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord.
Because 1990 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 1990 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, 1990 Mazda 929 (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 1990 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Accord | 929 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |