1990 Honda NSX vs. 1973 Mazda 929
To start off, 1990 Honda NSX is newer by 17 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda NSX weights approximately 245 kg more than 1973 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Honda NSX (285 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 929. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda NSX | 1973 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | NSX | 929 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
