1974 Mazda 929 vs. 1980 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1980 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1980 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mazda RX-7 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda 929 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1980 Mazda RX-7.
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, 1980 Mazda RX-7 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 929. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 929 | 1980 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 929 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |
