1978 Mazda 929 vs. 2000 Tata Safari
To start off, 2000 Tata Safari is newer by 22 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Tata Safari weights approximately 970 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, 2000 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mazda 929 | 2000 Tata Safari | |
Make | Mazda | Tata |
Model | 929 | Safari |
Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |