1981 Mazda 323 vs. 1974 Mazda 929
To start off, 1981 Mazda 323 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,767 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda 929 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1981 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Mazda 323 | 1974 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Mazda | Mazda |
Model | 323 | 929 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1069 cc | 1767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2520 mm |