1979 Mazda 929 vs. 1988 TVR Type S
To start off, 1988 TVR Type S is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 TVR Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 TVR Type S (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 929. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 TVR Type S should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda 929 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1988 TVR Type S.
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, 1988 TVR Type S (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 TVR Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda 929 | 1988 TVR Type S | |
| Make | Mazda | TVR |
| Model | 929 | Type S |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2300 mm |
