1980 Mazda 929 vs. 2005 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2005 Toyota Prius 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Prius. (77 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Prius weights approximately 230 kg more than 1980 Mazda 929.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Mazda 929 (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Prius. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mazda 929 | 2005 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 929 | Prius |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
