2007 Honda Accord vs. 1987 Mazda 929
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 20 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 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 929. (163 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 98 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, 2007 Honda Accord, 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, 1987 Mazda 929 (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 1987 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Accord | 929 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
