1978 Mazda 929 vs. 2005 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2005 Nissan Sentra 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 2,505 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Sentra (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 159 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 Sentra (237 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Sentra 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 Sentra | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 929 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2505 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
