1978 Mazda 929 vs. 2007 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2007 Nissan Patrol is newer by 29 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1260 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 2007 Nissan Patrol 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, 2007 Nissan Patrol 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, 2007 Nissan Patrol (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 929 | 2007 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 929 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2970 mm |
