1977 Mazda 929 vs. 1997 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1997 Nissan Laurel is newer by 20 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 (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Laurel (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 255 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Nissan Laurel (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 929. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 929 | 1997 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 929 | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
