1990 Mazda 323 vs. 1985 Mazda 929
To start off, 1990 Mazda 323 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mazda 929 (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 323. (56 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mazda 929 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1990 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 323. (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mazda 323 | 1985 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 323 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1720 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2620 mm |
