1978 Mazda 929 vs. 1999 Renault Espace
To start off, 1999 Renault Espace is newer by 21 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Espace (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Espace weights approximately 454 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, 1999 Renault Espace (208 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 929 | 1999 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 929 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
