1989 Audi 80 vs. 1976 Mazda 929
To start off, 1989 Audi 80 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1989 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda 929 weights approximately 54 kg more than 1989 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 80. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 80 | 1976 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 80 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
