1998 Audi A4 vs. 1986 Mazda 929
To start off, 1998 Audi A4 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A4 (100 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Audi A4 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Audi A4. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1986 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A4 | 1986 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A4 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |
