1985 Alpine V6 vs. 1975 Mazda 929
To start off, 1985 Alpine V6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,848 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alpine V6 (158 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alpine V6 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1975 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, 1985 Alpine V6 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alpine V6 | 1975 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Alpine | Mazda |
| Model | V6 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2848 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2520 mm |
