1975 Mazda 929 vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 38 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (266 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 675 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, 2013 Toyota Highlander (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 929 | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 929 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 73 L |
