2008 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 1980 Mazda 929
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Kalos (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Kalos should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 929.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Mazda 929 (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1980 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Kalos | 1980 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Kalos | 929 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
