1992 Dodge Caravan vs. 1979 Mazda 929
To start off, 1992 Dodge Caravan is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Dodge Caravan (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 335 kg more than 1979 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, 1992 Dodge Caravan (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Caravan | 1979 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Caravan | 929 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2520 mm |
