1979 Mazda 929 vs. 1994 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 1994 Plymouth Acclaim is newer by 15 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Plymouth Acclaim (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 184 kg more than 1979 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, 1994 Plymouth Acclaim (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda 929 | 1994 Plymouth Acclaim | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | 929 | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1767 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
