1978 Mazda 929 vs. 2003 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2003 TVR Tamora is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 929 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2003 TVR Tamora.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 TVR Tamora (381 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 929 | 2003 TVR Tamora | |
| Make | Mazda | TVR |
| Model | 929 | Tamora |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
