1973 Avanti Avanti vs. 1988 Mazda 929
To start off, 1988 Mazda 929 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1988 Mazda 929. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1988 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 239 kg more than 1988 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, 1973 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mazda 929. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Avanti Avanti | 1988 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Avanti | Mazda |
| Model | Avanti | 929 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 6570 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2720 mm |
