1999 Honda Step Wagon vs. 1978 Mazda 929
To start off, 1999 Honda Step Wagon 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Step Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 300 kg more than 1978 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Step Wagon, 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 Step Wagon (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Step Wagon | 1978 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Step Wagon | 929 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2620 mm |
