1985 Mazda 929 vs. 1998 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1998 Skoda Octavia is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mazda 929 (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1998 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1998 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 65 kg more than 1985 Mazda 929.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Skoda Octavia. (134 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mazda 929 | 1998 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Mazda | Skoda |
| Model | 929 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |
