1999 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1980 Mazda 929
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mazda 929 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Mazda 929 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Naked, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1980 Mazda 929 (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Naked | 1980 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Naked | 929 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 65 L |
