1999 Honda Accord vs. 1978 Mazda 929
To start off, 1999 Honda Accord is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Accord (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 929 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1999 Honda Accord.
Because 1978 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 1978 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Accord, 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, 1999 Honda Accord (265 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (160 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Accord | 1978 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Accord | 929 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2620 mm |
