2009 Mazda BT-50 vs. 1983 Mazda 929
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 716 kg more than 1983 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 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda BT-50 | 1983 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | BT-50 | 929 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2620 mm |
