1974 Mazda 929 vs. 2005 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2005 Toyota MR2 is newer by 31 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 1,792 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota MR2 (150 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda 929 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 Toyota MR2.
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, 2005 Toyota MR2 (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mazda 929 | 2005 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 929 | MR2 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 48 L |