2009 Hyundai i30 vs. 1980 Mazda 929
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i30 is newer by 29 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai i30 (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 386 kg more than 1980 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Hyundai i30 (304 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 929. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai i30 | 1980 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | i30 | 929 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
