1980 Mazda 929 vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 31 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A6 (300 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A6 weights approximately 860 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, 2011 Audi A6 (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 929. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mazda 929 | 2011 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Mazda | Audi |
| Model | 929 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4933 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2842 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
