1979 Mazda 929 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 31 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 191 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, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda 929 | 2010 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
| Model | 929 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1767 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |
