1982 Mazda 929 vs. 1989 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1989 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 7 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 37 more horse power than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mazda 929 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1989 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. (85 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mazda 929 | 1989 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
| Model | 929 | Astra |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1989 |
| 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 | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
