1982 Mazda 929 vs. 1983 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1983 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mazda 929 (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1983 Vauxhall Astra. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1983 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mazda 929 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1983 Vauxhall Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Vauxhall Astra. (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mazda 929 | 1983 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
| Model | 929 | Astra |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |
