1977 Mazda 929 vs. 1996 Nissan Stagea
To start off, 1996 Nissan Stagea is newer by 19 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 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Stagea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Stagea (187 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Stagea should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Stagea weights approximately 552 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, 1996 Nissan Stagea (234 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Stagea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 929 | 1996 Nissan Stagea | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 929 | Stagea |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
