1977 Mazda 929 vs. 2013 Infiniti IPL
To start off, 2013 Infiniti IPL is newer by 36 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti IPL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti IPL (343 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti IPL should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti IPL weights approximately 639 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, 2013 Infiniti IPL (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti IPL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 929 | 2013 Infiniti IPL | |
| Make | Mazda | Infiniti |
| Model | 929 | IPL |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 343 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1713 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1823 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2850 mm |
