2000 Daewoo Nubira vs. 1989 Mazda 929
To start off, 2000 Daewoo Nubira is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda 929 (110 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2000 Daewoo Nubira. (103 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2000 Daewoo Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mazda 929 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2000 Daewoo Nubira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 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 1989 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Daewoo Nubira, 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, 1989 Mazda 929 (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Nubira. (144 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daewoo Nubira | 1989 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mazda |
| Model | Nubira | 929 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
