1979 Mazda 929 vs. 2012 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2012 GMC Acadia is newer by 33 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1042 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, 2012 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda 929 | 2012 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Mazda | GMC |
| Model | 929 | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1767 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2112 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 83 L |
