1978 Mazda 929 vs. 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet
To start off, 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet is newer by 34 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet weights approximately 943 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, 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 929 | 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 929 | Murano CrossCabriolet |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2013 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1681 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 82 L |
