1985 Audi 100 vs. 1978 Mazda 929
To start off, 1985 Audi 100 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,921 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 100 (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1978 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, 1985 Audi 100 (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 1978 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 100 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1921 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |
