1990 Mazda 929 vs. 1975 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1990 Mazda 929 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mazda 929 (110 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mazda 929 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1975 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Mazda 929 (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1990 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mazda 929 | 1975 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 929 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2270 mm |
