1979 Mazda 929 vs. 1996 Proton Tiara
To start off, 1996 Proton Tiara is newer by 17 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 1,767 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1996 Proton Tiara. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton Tiara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda 929 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1996 Proton Tiara. 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton Tiara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda 929 | 1996 Proton Tiara | |
| Make | Mazda | Proton |
| Model | 929 | Tiara |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1767 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2290 mm |
