1979 Mazda 929 vs. 2000 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2000 Toyota Solara is newer by 21 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Solara (187 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 929. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Solara weights approximately 460 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.
Because 1979 Mazda 929 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Solara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Toyota Solara (283 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 929. (160 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda 929 | 2000 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 929 | Solara |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
