2009 Honda Insight vs. 1979 Mazda 929
To start off, 2009 Honda Insight is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,767 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Insight (87 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Insight weights approximately 206 kg more than 1979 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, 1979 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Insight. (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Insight | 1979 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Insight | 929 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1276 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |