1978 Mazda 929 vs. 1997 Acura EL
To start off, 1997 Acura EL is newer by 19 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, 1997 Acura EL (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Acura EL weights approximately 9 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, 1997 Acura EL (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Acura EL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 929 | 1997 Acura EL | |
| Make | Mazda | Acura |
| Model | 929 | EL |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2619 mm |
