1976 Mazda 929 vs. 1988 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1988 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 12 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda 929 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1988 Morgan Plus 4.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Mazda 929 | 1988 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Mazda | Morgan |
Model | 929 | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 924 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2500 mm |