1973 Mazda 929 vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 262 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, 2008 Toyota Yaris (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 929 | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 929 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |
