1977 Mazda 929 vs. 1998 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1998 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 21 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 3,659 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Bandeirante (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Bandeirante should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 716 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, 1998 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 929 | 1998 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 929 | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 3659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2290 mm |
