1979 Mazda 929 vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1979 Mazda 929 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda 929 (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda 929 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1974 Toyota Publica. 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 (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda 929 | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 929 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2270 mm |
