1994 Honda NSX vs. 1978 Mazda 929
To start off, 1994 Honda NSX is newer by 16 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda NSX weights approximately 300 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, 1994 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda NSX | 1978 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | NSX | 929 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
