1980 Mazda 929 vs. 1984 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1984 Toyota Starlet is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda 929 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 29 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Starlet. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mazda 929 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1984 Toyota Starlet. 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Starlet. (75 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1980 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mazda 929 | 1984 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 929 | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 70.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 64 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2310 mm |
