2002 Kia Sportage vs. 1978 Mazda 929
To start off, 2002 Kia Sportage is newer by 24 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sportage weights approximately 388 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, 2002 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Sportage | 1978 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Sportage | 929 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
