1982 Mazda 929 vs. 2000 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2000 Toyota Soarer 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 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1982 Mazda 929. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 580 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 Toyota Soarer (431 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mazda 929 | 2000 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 929 | Soarer |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
