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 |
