1980 Mazda 929 vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 1996 Rover 200 is newer by 16 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 200 (143 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mazda 929 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1996 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Rover 200 (174 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 929. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mazda 929 | 1996 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | 929 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
