1975 Mazda 929 vs. 1997 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1997 Nissan Patrol 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 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Patrol (91 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 802 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 Nissan Patrol (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 929 | 1997 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 929 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2826 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1872 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
