1978 Mazda 929 vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux is newer by 30 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Hilux (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 540 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, 2008 Toyota Hilux (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 929 | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 929 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
