2009 Honda Accord vs. 1987 Mazda 929
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 22 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, 2009 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 929. (163 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 929 weights approximately 19 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
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, 2009 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 1987 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Accord | 929 |
Year Released | 2009 | 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 | 177 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2720 mm |