1989 Avanti Avanti vs. 1980 Mazda 929
To start off, 1989 Avanti Avanti is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 556 kg more than 1980 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, 1989 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 929. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Avanti Avanti | 1980 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Avanti | Mazda |
| Model | Avanti | 929 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 55 L |
