1978 Mazda 929 vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 is newer by 32 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 6 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 6 weights approximately 340 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, 2010 Mazda 6 (165 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 929 | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 929 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
