2008 Fiat Doblo vs. 1990 Mazda 929
To start off, 2008 Fiat Doblo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mazda 929 (110 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 50 kg more than 1990 Mazda 929.
Because 1990 Mazda 929 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Doblo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Doblo (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 929. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Doblo | 1990 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Doblo | 929 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2720 mm |
