2005 Honda Odyssey vs. 1987 Mazda 929
To start off, 2005 Honda Odyssey is newer by 18 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 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Odyssey (255 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 929. (163 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 550 kg more than 1987 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 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 1987 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Odyssey, 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, 2005 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 929. (247 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 929. 2005 Honda Odyssey 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. 2005 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Honda Odyssey | 1987 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Odyssey | 929 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3473 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 247 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2720 mm |