1984 Mazda 929 vs. 2006 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2006 Toyota Avensis is newer by 22 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Avensis (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 448 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, 2006 Toyota Avensis (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mazda 929 | 2006 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 929 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
