1974 Mazda 929 vs. 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D
To start off, 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D is newer by 18 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 32 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (51 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda 929 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. 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 (135 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (89 Nm). This means 1974 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 929 | 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | 929 | 100 1.4 D |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
