2005 Honda Z vs. 1987 Mazda 929
To start off, 2005 Honda Z 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 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda 929 (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2005 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 929 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2005 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Mazda 929. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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, 1987 Mazda 929 (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Z | 1987 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Z | 929 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2183 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
