1974 Mazda 929 vs. 1963 Vauxhall VX4
To start off, 1974 Mazda 929 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Vauxhall VX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Vauxhall VX4 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Vauxhall VX4 (85 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Vauxhall VX4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda 929 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1963 Vauxhall VX4.
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, both vehicles can yield 134 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 929 | 1963 Vauxhall VX4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
| Model | 929 | VX4 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
