1978 Mazda 929 vs. 1983 Mazda 929
To start off, 1983 Mazda 929 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mazda 929 (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mazda 929 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1978 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, 1983 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 929 | 1983 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 929 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
