1976 Mazda 929 vs. 1969 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1976 Mazda 929 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda 929 weights approximately 72 kg more than 1969 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Mazda 929 (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda 929 | 1969 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 929 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
