1999 Holden Berlina vs. 1979 Mazda 929
To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina is newer by 20 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 450 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Berlina | 1979 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Berlina | 929 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2520 mm |
