2007 Honda Element vs. 1982 Mazda 929
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1982 Mazda 929. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 840 kg more than 1982 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, 2007 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Element | 1982 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Element | 929 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
