1984 Mazda 929 vs. 1979 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1984 Mazda 929 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan Skyline (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 38 kg more than 1984 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, 1979 Nissan Skyline (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1979 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mazda 929 | 1979 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 929 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |
