1989 Honda Prelude vs. 1977 Mazda 929
To start off, 1989 Honda Prelude is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Prelude (112 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mazda 929 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1989 Honda Prelude.
Because 1977 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 1977 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Honda Prelude, 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 Prelude (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 929. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Prelude | 1977 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Prelude | 929 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
