1984 Mazda 929 vs. 1957 Talbot Lago America
To start off, 1984 Mazda 929 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Talbot Lago America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Talbot Lago America would be higher. At 2,476 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Talbot Lago America is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Talbot Lago America (106 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Talbot Lago America should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mazda 929 weights approximately 152 kg more than 1957 Talbot Lago America.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Talbot Lago America (212 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1957 Talbot Lago America will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mazda 929 | 1957 Talbot Lago America | |
| Make | Mazda | Talbot |
| Model | 929 | Lago America |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
