1979 Audi 100 vs. 1980 Mazda 929
To start off, 1980 Mazda 929 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mazda 929 (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1979 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1979 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mazda 929 weights approximately 42 kg more than 1979 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Audi 100, 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, 1980 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Audi 100 | 1980 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 100 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2620 mm |
