1974 Mazda 929 vs. 1986 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1986 Nissan Stanza is newer by 12 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 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Stanza (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda 929 weights approximately 159 kg more than 1986 Nissan Stanza.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Nissan Stanza (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 929 | 1986 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 929 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2480 mm |
