1978 Mazda 929 vs. 2009 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2009 Nissan Navara is newer by 31 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Navara weights approximately 962 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, 2009 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mazda 929 | 2009 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | 929 | Navara |
Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |