1980 Mazda 929 vs. 2008 Pontiac G8
To start off, 2008 Pontiac G8 is newer by 28 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac G8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac G8 (362 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac G8 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Pontiac G8 weights approximately 202 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Pontiac G8 (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 929. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac G8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mazda 929 | 2008 Pontiac G8 | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | 929 | G8 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
