1979 Mazda 929 vs. 2005 Scion xA
To start off, 2005 Scion xA 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 Scion xA (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Scion xA should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 929.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Scion xA (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Scion xA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda 929 | 2005 Scion xA | |
| Make | Mazda | Scion |
| Model | 929 | xA |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1767 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
