1970 Audi 100 vs. 1985 Mazda 929
To start off, 1985 Mazda 929 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Audi 100 (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mazda 929 weights approximately 68 kg more than 1970 Audi 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Audi 100 (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1970 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi 100 | 1985 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 100 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1871 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1082 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2620 mm |
