1975 Mazda 929 vs. 2010 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2010 Toyota Avensis is newer by 35 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 262 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, 2010 Toyota Avensis (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 929 | 2010 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 929 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
