1974 Mazda 929 vs. 1982 Suzuki Cervo
To start off, 1982 Suzuki Cervo is newer by 8 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 1,767 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1982 Suzuki Cervo. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1982 Suzuki Cervo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda 929 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1982 Suzuki Cervo. 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, 1974 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Suzuki Cervo. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Suzuki Cervo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 929 | 1982 Suzuki Cervo | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | 929 | Cervo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1767 cc | 538 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2040 mm |
