2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1975 Mazda 929
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (284 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1349 kg more than 1975 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, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1975 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Tahoe | 929 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2419 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |
