1973 Mazda 929 vs. 1991 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1991 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 18 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 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota 4Runner (112 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 440 kg more than 1973 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mazda 929. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Toyota 4Runner will offer significantly more control. 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, 1991 Toyota 4Runner (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 929. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 929 | 1991 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 929 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
