1975 Mazda 929 vs. 2011 Mazda 2
To start off, 2011 Mazda 2 is newer by 36 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 2 (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda 929 weights approximately 24 kg more than 2011 Mazda 2.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 2. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 929 | 2011 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 929 | 2 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 43 L |
