1975 Mazda 929 vs. 2005 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2005 TVR Cerbera is newer by 30 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Cerbera (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda 929 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2005 TVR Cerbera.
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, 2005 TVR Cerbera (458 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 929. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 929 | 2005 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Mazda | TVR |
| Model | 929 | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 458 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |
