1978 Mazda 929 vs. 1998 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 1998 Toyota Picnic is newer by 20 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Picnic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Picnic (126 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Picnic should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Picnic weights approximately 218 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.
Because 1978 Mazda 929 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Picnic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Toyota Picnic (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Picnic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mazda 929 | 1998 Toyota Picnic | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 929 | Picnic |
Year Released | 1978 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1338 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |