1988 Audi 200 vs. 1973 Mazda 929
To start off, 1988 Audi 200 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1988 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi 200 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1973 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, 1988 Audi 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi 200 | 1973 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 200 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
