1980 Chrysler Avenger vs. 1974 Mazda 929
To start off, 1980 Chrysler Avenger is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1980 Chrysler Avenger. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1980 Chrysler Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda 929 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1980 Chrysler Avenger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chrysler Avenger. (93 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chrysler Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chrysler Avenger | 1974 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Avenger | 929 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2520 mm |
