2007 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1978 Mazda 929
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 29 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Aveo (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 52 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, 1978 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Aveo | 1978 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Aveo | 929 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
