1974 Mazda 929 vs. 2012 Tata Safari
To start off, 2012 Tata Safari is newer by 38 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Tata Safari (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Safari weights approximately 850 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, 2012 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mazda 929 | 2012 Tata Safari | |
Make | Mazda | Tata |
Model | 929 | Safari |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |