1979 Mazda 929 vs. 1990 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1990 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 230 kg more than 1979 Mazda 929.
Because 1990 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Mazda 929. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Blizzard will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Toyota Blizzard (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda 929 | 1990 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 929 | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
