1979 Mazda 929 vs. 2009 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 30 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 832 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, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda 929 | 2009 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Mazda | SsangYong |
| Model | 929 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1767 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 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 | 1902 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
