1976 Mazda 929 vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1978 Skoda L is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 929 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 39 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda 929 weights approximately 249 kg more than 1978 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda 929 | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Mazda | Skoda |
| Model | 929 | L |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 38 L |
