1980 Mazda 929 vs. 2010 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Sentra 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Sentra (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 317 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, 2010 Nissan Sentra (244 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 929. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mazda 929 | 2010 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 929 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1387 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
