2005 Kia Rio vs. 1984 Mazda 929
To start off, 2005 Kia Rio is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mazda 929 (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mazda 929 weights approximately 8 kg more than 2005 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Rio | 1984 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Rio | 929 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1144 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2620 mm |
