1974 Mazda 929 vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 39 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (208 HP) has 125 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 929. (83 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 604 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, 2013 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 929 | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Mazda | Audi |
| Model | 929 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2912 mm |
