1978 Mazda 929 vs. 1970 Datsun 240Z
To start off, 1978 Mazda 929 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Datsun 240Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Datsun 240Z would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Datsun 240Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Datsun 240Z (151 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Datsun 240Z should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 929 weights approximately 52 kg more than 1970 Datsun 240Z.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1970 Datsun 240Z (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Datsun 240Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 929 | 1970 Datsun 240Z | |
| Make | Mazda | Datsun |
| Model | 929 | 240Z |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2300 mm |
