2002 Acura EL vs. 1974 Mazda 929
To start off, 2002 Acura EL is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura EL (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura EL weights approximately 110 kg more than 1974 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, 2002 Acura EL (156 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Acura EL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura EL | 1974 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Acura | Mazda |
| Model | EL | 929 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
