1980 Mazda 929 vs. 2002 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2002 Opel Corsa is newer by 22 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, 1980 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2002 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mazda 929 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2002 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Mazda 929 (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1980 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mazda 929 | 2002 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 929 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2500 mm |
