1976 Mazda 929 vs. 2012 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2012 Toyota Venza is newer by 36 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 929.
Because 2012 Toyota Venza 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, 2012 Toyota Venza 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, 2012 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 929. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Mazda 929 | 2012 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 929 | Venza |
Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 67 L |