1973 Mazda 929 vs. 1994 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 1994 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 21 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mitsubishi Verada (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 445 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mitsubishi Verada (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 929 | 1994 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 929 | Verada |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
