1996 Acura Integra vs. 1979 Mazda 929
To start off, 1996 Acura Integra is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Acura Integra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Acura Integra weights approximately 100 kg more than 1979 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, 1996 Acura Integra (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Acura Integra | 1979 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Acura | Mazda |
| Model | Integra | 929 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
