1979 Mazda 929 vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 440 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 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mazda 929 | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Mazda | Subaru |
Model | 929 | Forester |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1767 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |