1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1985 Mazda 929
To start off, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 14 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 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata (110 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mazda 929 weights approximately 112 kg more than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (134 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1985 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1985 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | 929 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2620 mm |
