2007 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 1978 Mazda 929
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Captiva 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Captiva (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 840 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, 2007 Chevrolet Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Captiva | 1978 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Captiva | 929 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
