1986 Chevrolet Sprint vs. 1985 Mazda 929
To start off, 1986 Chevrolet Sprint is newer by 1 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 42 more horse power than 1986 Chevrolet Sprint. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1986 Chevrolet Sprint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mazda 929 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1986 Chevrolet Sprint. 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 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Chevrolet Sprint. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Chevrolet Sprint.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chevrolet Sprint | 1985 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Sprint | 929 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2620 mm |
