1974 Mazda Familia vs. 1977 Mazda 929
To start off, 1977 Mazda 929 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mazda 929 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1974 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda Familia | 1977 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Familia | 929 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1769 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2520 mm |
