1982 Mazda 929 vs. 2009 Kia Forte
To start off, 2009 Kia Forte is newer by 27 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Forte (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1982 Mazda 929. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Forte weights approximately 147 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, 2009 Kia Forte (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mazda 929 | 2009 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Mazda | Kia |
| Model | 929 | Forte |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2649 mm |
