1980 Mazda 929 vs. 1988 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 1988 Plymouth Colt is newer by 8 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, 1988 Plymouth Colt (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Plymouth Colt weights approximately 60 kg more than 1980 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Plymouth Colt (191 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 929. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Plymouth Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mazda 929 | 1988 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | 929 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2400 mm |
