1985 Mazda 929 vs. 1979 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1985 Mazda 929 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Plymouth Volare (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 315 kg more than 1985 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, 1979 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1979 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Mazda 929 | 1979 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
Model | 929 | Volare |
Year Released | 1985 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |