1984 Mazda 929 vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 28 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 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 608 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, 2012 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mazda 929 | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Mazda | Audi |
| Model | 929 | A5 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2751 mm |
