1973 Mazda 929 vs. 1983 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1983 Nissan Skyline is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Skyline (93 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda 929 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1983 Nissan Skyline.
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, 1983 Nissan Skyline (149 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 929. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 929 | 1983 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 929 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
