2003 Honda S2000 vs. 1976 Mazda 929
To start off, 2003 Honda S2000 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda S2000 (240 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda S2000 weights approximately 164 kg more than 1976 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 S2000 (220 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 929. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda S2000 | 1976 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | S2000 | 929 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1286 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
