2008 Honda Pilot vs. 1982 Mazda 929
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 26 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1982 Mazda 929. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 860 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, 2008 Honda Pilot (326 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Pilot | 1982 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Pilot | 929 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
