1984 BMW 323 vs. 1980 Mazda 929
To start off, 1984 BMW 323 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,314 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW 323 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 BMW 323 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1980 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, 1984 BMW 323 (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 929. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW 323 | 1980 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 323 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2314 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
