1973 Mazda 929 vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Venza (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza 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.
Because 2013 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mazda 929. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza will offer significantly more control. 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 Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 929. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Venza 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 Venza | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 929 | Venza |
Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1768 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 67 L |