2000 BMW 316 vs. 1990 Mazda 929
To start off, 2000 BMW 316 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 316 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 929. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 316 weights approximately 53 kg more than 1990 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 BMW 316 (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 929. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 929. 2000 BMW 316 has automatic transmission and 1990 Mazda 929 has manual transmission. 1990 Mazda 929 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 316 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 316 | 1990 Mazda 929 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 316 | 929 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |