2007 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1976 Mazda 929
To start off, 2007 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 31 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 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 876 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, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Cherokee | 1976 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Cherokee | 929 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 55 L |
