1979 Mazda 929 vs. 2012 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Equus 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Equus (429 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 929. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 885 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Hyundai Equus (509 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda 929 | 2012 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | Mazda | Hyundai |
| Model | 929 | Equus |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5159 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3045 mm |
