1982 Mazda 929 vs. 2008 BMW 318
To start off, 2008 BMW 318 is newer by 26 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 318 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1982 Mazda 929. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 318 weights approximately 430 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, 2008 BMW 318 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mazda 929 | 2008 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | 929 | 318 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
