1982 Mazda 929 vs. 2007 Mazda 5
To start off, 2007 Mazda 5 is newer by 25 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 5 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1982 Mazda 929. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 5 weights approximately 250 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, 2007 Mazda 5 (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mazda 929 | 2007 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 929 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
