1980 Austin Maxi vs. 1986 Mazda 929
To start off, 1986 Mazda 929 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mazda 929 (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1980 Austin Maxi. (72 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mazda 929 weights approximately 166 kg more than 1980 Austin Maxi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Maxi. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1986 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Maxi | 1986 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | Maxi | 929 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2620 mm |
