1978 Mazda 929 vs. 2002 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 24 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Sunfire (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 129 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, 2002 Pontiac Sunfire (203 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm). This means 2002 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 929 | 2002 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | 929 | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1199 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2740 mm |
