1998 Honda Accord vs. 1982 Mazda 929
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1982 Mazda 929. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 125 kg more than 1982 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, 1982 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1982 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Accord | 1982 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Accord | 929 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1849 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2620 mm |
