1981 BMW 745 vs. 1980 Mazda 929
To start off, 1981 BMW 745 is newer by 1 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 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 745 (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 745 weights approximately 520 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, 1981 BMW 745 (380 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 929. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1981 BMW 745 | 1980 Mazda 929 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 745 | 929 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3430 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |