1983 Mazda 929 vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Yaris (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mazda 929 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (141 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1983 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda 929 | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 929 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2560 mm |
