1998 Honda Accord vs. 1984 Mazda 929
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 14 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), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (201 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 148 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, 1998 Honda Accord (196 Nm @ 6600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Accord | 1984 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Accord | 929 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 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 | 201 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2620 mm |
