1978 Mazda 929 vs. 1984 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1984 Nissan Pulsar is newer by 6 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda 929 (83 HP) has 24 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Pulsar. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 929 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1984 Nissan Pulsar. 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 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Pulsar. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 929 | 1984 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 929 | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2420 mm |
