1994 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1984 Mazda 929
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Lumina (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 263 kg more than 1984 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, 1994 Chevrolet Lumina (238 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Lumina | 1984 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Lumina | 929 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2620 mm |
