1978 Mazda 929 vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1978 Mazda 929 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 929 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1974 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mazda 929 (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 929 | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 929 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2270 mm |
