2006 Audi RS4 vs. 1974 Mazda 929
To start off, 2006 Audi RS4 is newer by 32 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi RS4 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 929.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Audi RS4 (430 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi RS4 | 1974 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | RS4 | 929 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
