1976 Mazda 929 vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 34 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 343 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.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Mazda 929. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 929. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda 929 | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | 929 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
