1978 Mazda 929 vs. 1969 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1978 Mazda 929 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 TVR Vixen (88 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 TVR Vixen should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 929 weights approximately 332 kg more than 1969 TVR Vixen.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 TVR Vixen. (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 929 | 1969 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Mazda | TVR |
| Model | 929 | Vixen |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 738 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
