1984 Mazda 929 vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 23 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 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 203 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, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mazda 929 | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 929 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |
