1984 Mazda 929 vs. 1986 Subaru 1.8
To start off, 1986 Subaru 1.8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Subaru 1.8 (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Subaru 1.8 should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mazda 929 weights approximately 22 kg more than 1986 Subaru 1.8.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Subaru 1.8 (197 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1986 Subaru 1.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mazda 929 | 1986 Subaru 1.8 | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | 929 | 1.8 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
