2008 Honda HR-V vs. 1980 Mazda 929
To start off, 2008 Honda HR-V is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda HR-V (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda HR-V weights approximately 247 kg more than 1980 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, 2008 Honda HR-V (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 929. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda HR-V | 1980 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | HR-V | 929 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
