1980 Mazda 929 vs. 1986 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1986 Nissan Sunny is newer by 6 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 9 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mazda 929 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1986 Nissan Sunny. 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mazda 929 | 1986 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 929 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
