1976 Mazda 929 vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 20 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante (238 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 476 kg more than 1976 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda 929 | 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 929 | Diamante |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
