1977 Mazda 929 vs. 2010 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2010 Toyota Sienna is newer by 33 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 800 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.
Because 1977 Mazda 929 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Sienna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 929. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 929 | 2010 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 929 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1966 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 76 L |
