1978 Mazda 929 vs. 2003 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2003 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 25 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daewoo Kalos (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 929 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2003 Daewoo Kalos.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 929 | 2003 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Mazda | Daewoo |
| Model | 929 | Kalos |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
