1980 Mazda 929 vs. 1991 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1991 Toyota Carina is newer by 11 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, 1991 Toyota Carina (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mazda 929 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1991 Toyota Carina.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Toyota Carina (139 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 929. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mazda 929 | 1991 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 929 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |
