2000 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1978 Mazda 929
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 22 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda 929 (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 929 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Mazda 929. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu YRV will offer significantly more control. 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, 1978 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. (121 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu YRV | 1978 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | YRV | 929 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 98 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2620 mm |
