1978 Mazda 929 vs. 2005 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2005 Nissan Altima is newer by 27 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Altima (260 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Altima weights approximately 417 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, 2005 Nissan Altima (334 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 929 | 2005 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 929 | Altima |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1487 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |
