1978 Mazda 929 vs. 1992 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1992 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 14 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Vauxhall Carlton (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 165 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, 1992 Vauxhall Carlton (157 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 929 | 1992 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
| Model | 929 | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2740 mm |
