1970 Maserati Indy vs. 1981 Mazda 929
To start off, 1981 Mazda 929 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Maserati Indy (288 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Maserati Indy weights approximately 392 kg more than 1981 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1970 Maserati Indy (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Maserati Indy | 1981 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Maserati | Mazda |
| Model | Indy | 929 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
