1980 Mazda 929 vs. 2010 Mazda 2
To start off, 2010 Mazda 2 is newer by 30 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, 2010 Mazda 2 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mazda 929 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2010 Mazda 2.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mazda 2 (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 929. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mazda 929 | 2010 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 929 | 2 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 43 L |
