1995 Audi RS2 vs. 1979 Mazda 929
To start off, 1995 Audi RS2 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,226 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Audi RS2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi RS2 (311 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi RS2 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi RS2 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1979 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, 1995 Audi RS2 (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Audi RS2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi RS2 | 1979 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | RS2 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2520 mm |
