2004 Honda Element vs. 1983 Mazda 929
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Element (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 361 kg more than 1983 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 Element (218 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 929. (160 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 1983 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Element | 929 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
