1980 Mazda 929 vs. 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX
To start off, 1980 Mazda 929 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX. (46 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mazda 929 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Mazda 929 (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mazda 929 | 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | 929 | SC 100 GX |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 25 L |
