1975 Mazda 929 vs. 2010 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Tacoma 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 Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tacoma 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 Tacoma | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 929 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 79 L |
