1973 Mazda 929 vs. 2008 Nissan Armada

To start off, 2008 Nissan Armada is newer by 35 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda 929 weights approximately 48 kg more than 2008 Nissan Armada.

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, 2008 Nissan Armada (523 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 929. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 929.

Compare all specifications:

1973 Mazda 929 2008 Nissan Armada
Make Mazda Nissan
Model 929 Armada
Year Released 1973 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1768 cc 5552 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 83 HP 317 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4900 RPM
Torque 137 Nm 523 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3600 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1160 kg 1112 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 5260 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1980 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 3140 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 106 L


 

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