1985 Mazda 929 vs. 1983 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1985 Mazda 929 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Skyline (93 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mazda 929 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1983 Nissan Skyline.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Skyline. (149 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mazda 929 | 1983 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 929 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |
