1980 Mazda 929 vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 32 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 120 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 120 weights approximately 380 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, 2012 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 929. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mazda 929 | 2012 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | 929 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |
