1981 Avanti Avanti vs. 1976 Mazda 929
To start off, 1981 Avanti Avanti is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Avanti Avanti (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 466 kg more than 1976 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Avanti Avanti (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Avanti Avanti | 1976 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Avanti | Mazda |
Model | Avanti | 929 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2520 mm |