2004 Honda Civic vs. 1979 Mazda 929
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,767 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (117 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 41 kg more than 1979 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, 2004 Honda Civic (156 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 929. (134 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 1979 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Civic | 929 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1111 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
