1995 Dodge Spirit vs. 1985 Mazda 929
To start off, 1995 Dodge Spirit is newer by 10 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Spirit (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 104 kg more than 1985 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 Dodge Spirit (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Spirit | 1985 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Spirit | 929 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
