1973 Mazda 929 vs. 1999 Toyota MR-S
To start off, 1999 Toyota MR-S is newer by 26 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota MR-S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota MR-S (140 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota MR-S should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda 929 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1999 Toyota MR-S.
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, 1999 Toyota MR-S (176 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 929. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota MR-S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mazda 929 | 1999 Toyota MR-S | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 929 | MR-S |
Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1768 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 48 L |