2005 Honda Civic vs. 1979 Mazda 929
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 26 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (115 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 929. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 24 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.
Because 1979 Mazda 929 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Mazda 929 (160 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (149 Nm). This means 1979 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1979 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Civic | 929 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1174 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2620 mm |
