1980 Mazda 929 vs. 2004 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2004 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 24 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Morgan Aero 8 (322 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Morgan Aero 8 weights approximately 62 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, 2004 Morgan Aero 8 (447 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 929. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Mazda 929 | 2004 Morgan Aero 8 | |
Make | Mazda | Morgan |
Model | 929 | Aero 8 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1132 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |