1977 Mazda 929 vs. 1992 Nissan 100 NX
To start off, 1992 Nissan 100 NX is newer by 15 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Nissan 100 NX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Nissan 100 NX (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan 100 NX should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Nissan 100 NX weights approximately 66 kg more than 1977 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, 1992 Nissan 100 NX (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Nissan 100 NX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 929 | 1992 Nissan 100 NX | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 929 | 100 NX |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
