1976 Mazda 929 vs. 1980 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1980 Toyota Carina is newer by 4 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, 1980 Toyota Carina (88 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda 929 weights approximately 119 kg more than 1980 Toyota Carina.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Carina. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Mazda 929 | 1980 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 929 | Carina |
Year Released | 1976 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |