1996 Honda Ballade vs. 1974 Mazda 929
To start off, 1996 Honda Ballade is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,767 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Ballade (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Ballade should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda 929 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1996 Honda Ballade.
Because 1974 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 1974 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Ballade, 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, 1974 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Ballade. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Ballade | 1974 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Ballade | 929 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 65 L |