1978 Mazda 929 vs. 2000 Saturn SC
To start off, 2000 Saturn SC is newer by 22 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Saturn SC (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Saturn SC should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 929 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2000 Saturn SC.
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, 2000 Saturn SC, 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, 1978 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn SC. (154 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 929 | 2000 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Mazda | Saturn |
| Model | 929 | SC |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
