1979 Mazda 929 vs. 2005 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 26 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, 2005 Daihatsu Terios (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 35 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, 1979 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda 929 | 2005 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Mazda | Daihatsu |
| Model | 929 | Terios |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1767 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 | 6000 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 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 46 L |
