1987 Mazda 929 vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A7 (414 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 929. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1987 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Mazda 929. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Audi A7 (549 Nm) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 929. (184 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda 929 | 2013 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Mazda | Audi |
| Model | 929 | A7 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2183 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2914 mm |
