2000 Honda Prelude vs. 1990 Mazda 929
To start off, 2000 Honda Prelude is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 929. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mazda 929 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2000 Honda Prelude.
Because 1990 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 1990 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Prelude, 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, 2000 Honda Prelude (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 929. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Prelude | 1990 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Prelude | 929 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2720 mm |