1957 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 1985 Mazda 929
To start off, 1985 Mazda 929 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air would be higher. At 3,860 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air weights approximately 476 kg more than 1985 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, 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air (277 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Chevrolet Bel Air | 1985 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Bel Air | 929 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3860 cc | 1969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 277 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2620 mm |