1993 Honda Civic Del Sol vs. 1975 Mazda 929
To start off, 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol (102 HP) has 19 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 929. (83 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda 929 weights approximately 42 kg more than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol.
Because 1975 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 1975 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol, 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, 1975 Mazda 929 (137 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. (133 Nm). This means 1975 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol | 1975 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Civic Del Sol | 929 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 83 HP |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2520 mm |
