1982 Mazda 929 vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1982 Mazda 929 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Carina (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1982 Mazda 929. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mazda 929 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1977 Toyota Carina.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Carina. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1982 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mazda 929 | 1977 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 929 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
