1973 Mazda 929 vs. 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 28 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 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 675 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, 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 929 | 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 929 | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 3348 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2850 mm |
