1972 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1976 Mazda 929
To start off, 1976 Mazda 929 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 409 kg more than 1976 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, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle | 1976 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Chevelle | 929 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
