1975 Mazda 929 vs. 1994 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1994 Nissan Laurel is newer by 19 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 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Laurel (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 260 kg more than 1975 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, 1994 Nissan Laurel (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 929 | 1994 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 929 | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
