1978 Mazda 929 vs. 1962 Triumph TR4
To start off, 1978 Mazda 929 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Triumph TR4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Triumph TR4 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Triumph TR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Triumph TR4 (100 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Triumph TR4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 929 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1962 Triumph TR4.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Triumph TR4 (173 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Triumph TR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 929 | 1962 Triumph TR4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Triumph |
| Model | 929 | TR4 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |
