1974 Mazda 929 vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1975 Plymouth Volare is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Plymouth Volare (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 505 kg more than 1974 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, 1975 Plymouth Volare (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 929 | 1975 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | 929 | Volare |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
