1974 Mazda 929 vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Yaris (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda 929 weights approximately 86 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (122 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 929 | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 929 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
