1984 Mazda 929 vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 17 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, 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mazda 929 weights approximately 144 kg more than 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mazda 929 | 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 929 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1008 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
