1973 Mazda 929 vs. 2009 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2009 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 36 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan X-Trail (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 1246 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, 2009 Nissan X-Trail (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 929 | 2009 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 929 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
