1979 Mazda 929 vs. 2011 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 32 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Rodius (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 853 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, 2011 SsangYong Rodius (342 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda 929 | 2011 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Mazda | SsangYong |
| Model | 929 | Rodius |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1767 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
