1977 Mazda 929 vs. 2012 Kia Forte
To start off, 2012 Kia Forte is newer by 35 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Forte (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Forte weights approximately 216 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, 2012 Kia Forte (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 929 | 2012 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Mazda | Kia |
| Model | 929 | Forte |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |
