1984 Mazda 929 vs. 2000 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 16 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, 1984 Mazda 929 (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 78 kg more than 1984 Mazda 929.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. (138 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1984 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mazda 929 | 2000 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | 929 | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2210 mm |
