2001 Honda S-MX vs. 1982 Mazda 929
To start off, 2001 Honda S-MX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1982 Mazda 929. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda S-MX weights approximately 180 kg more than 1982 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda S-MX | 1982 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | S-MX | 929 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
