1986 Mazda 929 vs. 2010 Audi A8
To start off, 2010 Audi A8 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A8 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1986 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, 2010 Audi A8 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mazda 929 | 2010 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Mazda | Audi |
| Model | 929 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5192 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3073 mm |
