1980 Audi Sport vs. 1987 Mazda 929
To start off, 1987 Mazda 929 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport would be higher. At 2,133 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 929. (114 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 929 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Mazda 929. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport will offer significantly more control. 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 Audi Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 929. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 1987 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | Sport | 929 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2720 mm |
