1980 Mazda 929 vs. 2013 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2013 Toyota Yaris is newer by 33 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, 2013 Toyota Yaris (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mazda 929 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2013 Toyota Yaris.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Toyota Yaris (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 929. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mazda 929 | 2013 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 929 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |
