1978 Mazda 929 vs. 1982 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1982 Opel Corsa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1982 Opel Corsa. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 929 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1982 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Corsa. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 929 | 1982 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 929 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
