1984 Mazda 929 vs. 2009 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2009 Opel Vivaro is newer by 25 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, 2009 Opel Vivaro (101 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Vivaro should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 462 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, 2009 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mazda 929 | 2009 Opel Vivaro | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 929 | Vivaro |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3100 mm |
