1980 Mazda 929 vs. 1992 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1992 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 12 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Plymouth Voyager (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 335 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, 1992 Plymouth Voyager (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 929. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mazda 929 | 1992 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | 929 | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2860 mm |
