1975 Mazda 929 vs. 1978 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 1978 Vauxhall Chevette is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda 929 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Mazda 929 | 1978 Vauxhall Chevette | |
Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
Model | 929 | Chevette |
Year Released | 1975 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1256 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 36 L |