1979 Mazda 929 vs. 2004 Daihatsu YRV
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 25 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daihatsu YRV (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda 929 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2004 Daihatsu YRV.
Because 2004 Daihatsu YRV 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, 2004 Daihatsu YRV 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, 1979 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda 929 | 2004 Daihatsu YRV | |
| Make | Mazda | Daihatsu |
| Model | 929 | YRV |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 36 L |
