1981 Mazda 929 vs. 2000 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 206 is newer by 19 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, 2000 Peugeot 206 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mazda 929 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2000 Peugeot 206.
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, 2000 Peugeot 206, 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 @ 2500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 206. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda 929 | 2000 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 929 | 206 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1578 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |
