1990 BMW 518 vs. 1980 Mazda 929
To start off, 1990 BMW 518 is newer by 10 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 BMW 518 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 518 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 518 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 518 weights approximately 290 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, 1990 BMW 518 (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 929. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 518 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 518 | 1980 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 518 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
