1995 Honda Argento Viva vs. 1987 Mazda 929
To start off, 1995 Honda Argento Viva is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Argento Viva (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 929. (163 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Argento Viva should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 929 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1995 Honda Argento Viva.
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, 1987 Mazda 929 (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Argento Viva. (237 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Argento Viva.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Argento Viva | 1987 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Argento Viva | 929 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2451 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2720 mm |