1992 Honda Prelude vs. 1978 Mazda 929
To start off, 1992 Honda Prelude is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,257 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Prelude weights approximately 240 kg more than 1978 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Honda Prelude (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Prelude | 1978 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Prelude | 929 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2257 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
