1976 Mazda RX-4 vs. 1986 Mazda 929
To start off, 1986 Mazda 929 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda RX-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda RX-4 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1976 Mazda RX-4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda RX-4 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 929. (100 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda RX-4 should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mazda 929 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1976 Mazda RX-4.
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, 1976 Mazda RX-4 (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda 929. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda RX-4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda RX-4 | 1986 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | RX-4 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
