1980 Mazda 929 vs. 1980 Mazda RX-7
To start off, both 1980 Mazda 929 and 1980 Mazda RX-7 were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,292 cc, 1980 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mazda RX-7 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mazda 929 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1980 Mazda RX-7.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Mazda RX-7 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 929. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mazda 929 | 1980 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 929 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
