1986 Mazda 929 vs. 1982 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1986 Mazda 929 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mazda 929 (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1982 Opel Corsa. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mazda 929 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1982 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Corsa. (93 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1986 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mazda 929 | 1982 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 929 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2600 mm |
