1983 BMW 316 vs. 1979 Mazda 929
To start off, 1983 BMW 316 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,767 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 316 (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda 929 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1983 BMW 316.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 BMW 316 (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1983 BMW 316 | 1979 Mazda 929 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 316 | 929 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1765 cc | 1767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |