1980 Mazda 929 vs. 2005 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 25 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Actyon (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 702 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, 2005 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 929. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mazda 929 | 2005 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Mazda | SsangYong |
| Model | 929 | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
