1981 Mazda 929 vs. 1992 Toyota Sera
To start off, 1992 Toyota Sera is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Sera (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Sera should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mazda 929 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1992 Toyota Sera.
Because 1981 Mazda 929 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Sera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1981 Mazda 929 (160 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Sera. (132 Nm). This means 1981 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Sera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda 929 | 1992 Toyota Sera | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 929 | Sera |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
