1982 Mazda 929 vs. 2005 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 23 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 2,873 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1982 Mazda 929. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 701 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, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mazda 929 | 2005 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Mazda | SsangYong |
| Model | 929 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
