1978 Mazda 626 vs. 1975 Mazda 929
To start off, 1978 Mazda 626 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda 626 (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda 929 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1978 Mazda 626.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mazda 626 (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 626 | 1975 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 626 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
