1974 Mazda 929 vs. 1989 Mazda 323
To start off, 1989 Mazda 323 is newer by 15 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) has 9 more horse power than 1989 Mazda 323. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda 929 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1989 Mazda 323. 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda 323. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 929 | 1989 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 929 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
