1994 Honda Prelude vs. 1984 Mazda 929
To start off, 1994 Honda Prelude is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Prelude weights approximately 83 kg more than 1984 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 Prelude (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1994 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Prelude | 1984 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Prelude | 929 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
