2003 Acura EL vs. 1984 Mazda 929
To start off, 2003 Acura EL is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura EL (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura EL weights approximately 28 kg more than 1984 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, 1984 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1984 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura EL | 1984 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Acura | Mazda |
| Model | EL | 929 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
