1978 Mazda 929 vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1989 Subaru Legacy is newer by 11 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 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Subaru Legacy (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 230 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, 1989 Subaru Legacy (188 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 929 | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | 929 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
