2007 Chevrolet Spark vs. 1985 Mazda 929
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 22 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 38 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (51 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mazda 929 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1985 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Spark | 1985 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Spark | 929 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 793 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2620 mm |
