1999 Lancia Dialogos vs. 1978 Mazda 929
To start off, 1999 Lancia Dialogos 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 1,924 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Lancia Dialogos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Dialogos (89 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Dialogos should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Dialogos weights approximately 300 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 Lancia Dialogos (186 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm). This means 1999 Lancia Dialogos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lancia Dialogos | 1978 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Dialogos | 929 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1924 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1070 kg |
