1979 Mazda 929 vs. 1999 Renault Espace
To start off, 1999 Renault Espace is newer by 20 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Espace (191 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Espace weights approximately 610 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, 1999 Renault Espace (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda 929 | 1999 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 929 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1767 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
