1968 Datsun 1800 vs. 1974 Mazda 929
To start off, 1974 Mazda 929 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Datsun 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Datsun 1800 would be higher. At 1,816 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Datsun 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Datsun 1800 (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Datsun 1800 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda 929 weights approximately 184 kg more than 1968 Datsun 1800.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1968 Datsun 1800 (156 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 929. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Datsun 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Datsun 1800 | 1974 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Datsun | Mazda |
| Model | 1800 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1816 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 65 L |
