1978 Mazda 929 vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry is newer by 28 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 2,358 cc, 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (154 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 929 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Toyota Camry (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 929 | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 929 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2358 cc |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
