2009 Hyundai i30 vs. 1982 Mazda 929
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i30 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai i30 (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1982 Mazda 929. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 161 kg more than 1982 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, 1982 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1982 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai i30 | 1982 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | i30 | 929 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1591 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
