1982 Mazda 929 vs. 2010 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2010 Toyota iQ is newer by 28 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mazda 929 (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2010 Toyota iQ. (89 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mazda 929 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2010 Toyota iQ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Toyota iQ (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mazda 929 | 2010 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 929 | iQ |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2000 mm |
