1980 Mazda 929 vs. 1998 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1998 Toyota Previa is newer by 18 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 2,437 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Previa weights approximately 545 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, 1998 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 929. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mazda 929 | 1998 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 929 | Previa |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2437 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
