2004 Mazda 2 vs. 1985 Mazda 929
To start off, 2004 Mazda 2 is newer by 19 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, 1985 Mazda 929 (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 2. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mazda 929 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2004 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 2. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda 2 | 1985 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 2 | 929 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2620 mm |
