1984 Mazda 929 vs. 2004 BMW 320
To start off, 2004 BMW 320 is newer by 20 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 320 weights approximately 528 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, 2004 BMW 320 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mazda 929 | 2004 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | 929 | 320 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
