1977 Mazda 929 vs. 1989 Mazda 323
To start off, 1989 Mazda 323 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda 323 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mazda 929 weights approximately 28 kg more than 1989 Mazda 323.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Mazda 323 (164 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 929 | 1989 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 929 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
