1973 Mazda 929 vs. 1996 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1996 Opel Vectra is newer by 23 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Opel Vectra. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Vectra weights approximately 150 kg more than 1973 Mazda 929.
Because 1973 Mazda 929 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Opel Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Opel Vectra (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 929. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 929 | 1996 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 929 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
