1975 Mazda 929 vs. 1997 Kia Potentia
To start off, 1997 Kia Potentia is newer by 22 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Kia Potentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Potentia (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Potentia weights approximately 415 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, 1997 Kia Potentia (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Potentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 929 | 1997 Kia Potentia | |
| Make | Mazda | Kia |
| Model | 929 | Potentia |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
