1974 Mazda 929 vs. 1994 Mazda 323
To start off, 1994 Mazda 323 is newer by 20 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 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 323 (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 323 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1974 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mazda 323 (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 929 | 1994 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 929 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1767 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
