2003 Honda NSX vs. 1987 Mazda 929
To start off, 2003 Honda NSX is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 929. (163 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 929 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2003 Honda NSX.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Honda NSX (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 929. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 929. 2003 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 1987 Mazda 929 has manual transmission. 1987 Mazda 929 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda NSX | 1987 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | NSX | 929 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2720 mm |