2002 Honda Accord vs. 1975 Mazda 929
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (152 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 44 kg more than 1975 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, 2002 Honda Accord (192 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 1975 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Accord | 929 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
