1975 Mazda 929 vs. 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata (112 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda 929 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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, 1975 Mazda 929 (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (124 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 929 | 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 929 | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
