1981 Mazda 929 vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 405 is newer by 12 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, 1993 Peugeot 405 (121 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1981 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Peugeot 405 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Mazda 929. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Peugeot 405 (176 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda 929 | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 929 | 405 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
