1982 Mazda 929 vs. 2000 Rover 45
To start off, 2000 Rover 45 is newer by 18 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, 2000 Rover 45 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1982 Mazda 929. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rover 45 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1982 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Rover 45 (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mazda 929 | 2000 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | 929 | 45 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
