1974 Mazda 929 vs. 1979 Zastava 750
To start off, 1979 Zastava 750 is newer by 5 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1979 Zastava 750. (30 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1979 Zastava 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda 929 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1979 Zastava 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Zastava 750. (51 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Zastava 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 929 | 1979 Zastava 750 | |
| Make | Mazda | Zastava |
| Model | 929 | 750 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2010 mm |
