2005 Lancia Thesis vs. 1976 Mazda 929
To start off, 2005 Lancia Thesis is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Thesis (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 621 kg more than 1976 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, 2005 Lancia Thesis (305 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Thesis | 1976 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Thesis | 929 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
