1984 Dodge Daytona vs. 1980 Mazda 929
To start off, 1984 Dodge Daytona 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 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Dodge Daytona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Dodge Daytona (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Dodge Daytona weights approximately 65 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 Dodge Daytona (162 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 929. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Dodge Daytona | 1980 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Daytona | 929 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |
