1979 Mazda 929 vs. 2013 Toyota Prius

To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius is newer by 34 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Prius (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Prius weights approximately 310 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, 2013 Toyota Prius (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Prius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 929.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Mazda 929 2013 Toyota Prius
Make Mazda Toyota
Model 929 Prius
Year Released 1979 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1767 cc 1800 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 83 HP 97 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 134 Nm 142 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80 mm 80 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.6:1 13.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1070 kg 1380 kg
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 4481 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1745 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1491 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 45 L


 

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