1974 Mazda 929 vs. 1997 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1997 Opel Frontera is newer by 23 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Opel Frontera (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Frontera weights approximately 569 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, 1997 Opel Frontera (203 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 929 | 1997 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 929 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
