1978 Mazda 929 vs. 2005 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sienna 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sienna (230 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 860 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.
Because 2005 Toyota Sienna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Mazda 929. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Sienna (328 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (138 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 929 | 2005 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 929 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 76 L |
