1999 Isuzu Vehicross vs. 1978 Mazda 929
To start off, 1999 Isuzu Vehicross is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Isuzu Vehicross is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Isuzu Vehicross (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Isuzu Vehicross should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Isuzu Vehicross weights approximately 680 kg more than 1978 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, 1999 Isuzu Vehicross (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Isuzu Vehicross will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Isuzu Vehicross | 1978 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mazda |
| Model | Vehicross | 929 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3163 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2520 mm |
