1972 Mazda 1000 vs. 1980 Mazda 929
To start off, 1980 Mazda 929 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mazda 929 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1972 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Mazda 929 (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 1000 | 1980 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 1000 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2520 mm |
