1973 Mazda 929 vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 40 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1144 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.
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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 929. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mazda 929 | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 929 | Tundra |
Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1768 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 2304 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5329 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1935 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3220 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |