1976 Mazda 929 vs. 2008 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Morgan Aero 8 weights approximately 146 kg more than 1976 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda 929 | 2008 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Mazda | Morgan |
| Model | 929 | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
