1980 Mazda 929 vs. 1976 Mazda 818
To start off, 1980 Mazda 929 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mazda 929 weights approximately 68 kg more than 1976 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Mazda 929 (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mazda 929 | 1976 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 929 | 818 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2320 mm |
