1979 Mazda 929 vs. 1958 Nissan 211
To start off, 1979 Mazda 929 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda 929 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1958 Nissan 211. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda 929 | 1958 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 929 | 211 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2230 mm |
