1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1984 Mazda 929
To start off, 1984 Mazda 929 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III weights approximately 28 kg more than 1984 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, 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 1984 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Mazda |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | 929 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2620 mm |
