1983 Mazda 929 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 29 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, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (138 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze weights approximately 215 kg more than 1983 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, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (200 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda 929 | 2012 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
| Model | 929 | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2685 mm |
