1999 Honda Accord vs. 1987 Mazda 929
To start off, 1999 Honda Accord is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Accord (200 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 929. (163 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 929 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1999 Honda Accord.
Because 1987 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 1987 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 (264 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 929. (247 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 929. 1999 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1987 Mazda 929 has manual transmission. 1987 Mazda 929 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Accord | 1987 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Accord | 929 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 163 HP |
Torque | 264 Nm | 247 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2720 mm |