2000 Honda City vs. 1973 Mazda 929
To start off, 2000 Honda City is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda City should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda 929 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2000 Honda City.
Because 1973 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 1973 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda City, 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, 1973 Mazda 929 (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda City. (122 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda City | 1973 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | City | 929 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
