1984 Mazda 929 vs. 1993 Audi V8
To start off, 1993 Audi V8 is newer by 9 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 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Audi V8 weights approximately 642 kg more than 1984 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, 1993 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1993 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mazda 929 | 1993 Audi V8 | |
| Make | Mazda | Audi |
| Model | 929 | V8 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
