2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1984 Mazda 929
To start off, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata (124 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mazda 929 weights approximately 97 kg more than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1984 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | 929 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2620 mm |
