1986 Mazda 929 vs. 2011 Mazda 2
To start off, 2011 Mazda 2 is newer by 25 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 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 14 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 2. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mazda 929 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2011 Mazda 2. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 2. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mazda 929 | 2011 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 929 | 2 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2489 mm |
