2006 Kia Sportage vs. 1973 Mazda 929
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,654 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 410 kg more than 1973 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, 2006 Kia Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sportage | 1973 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Sportage | 929 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2654 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
