1978 Mazda 929 vs. 2002 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2002 Toyota Previa 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Previa (160 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Previa weights approximately 455 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 Toyota Previa (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 929 | 2002 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 929 | Previa |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2900 mm |
