1974 Mazda 929 vs. 1999 Subaru Forester
To start off, 1999 Subaru Forester is newer by 25 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Forester weights approximately 315 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, 1999 Subaru Forester (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 929 | 1999 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | 929 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |
