1980 Mazda 929 vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 27 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, 2007 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mazda 929 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Mazda 929 (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mazda 929 | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 929 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
