1975 Mazda 929 vs. 2011 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Sentra 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 234 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, 2011 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 929 | 2011 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 929 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4567 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
