1979 Mazda 929 vs. 1984 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1984 Peugeot 205 is newer by 5 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, 1979 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 205. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda 929 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1984 Peugeot 205. 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 205. (87 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda 929 | 1984 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 929 | 205 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1767 cc | 1123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |
