1987 Mazda 929 vs. 1979 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 1987 Mazda 929 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda 929 (163 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 929 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1979 Toyota Mark II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Mazda 929 (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda 929 | 1979 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 929 | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2590 mm |
