1981 Mazda 929 vs. 1976 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1981 Mazda 929 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Triumph TR6 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Triumph TR6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Triumph TR6 (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Triumph TR6 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mazda 929 weights approximately 64 kg more than 1976 Triumph TR6.
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, 1976 Triumph TR6 (194 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Triumph TR6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda 929 | 1976 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Mazda | Triumph |
| Model | 929 | TR6 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2240 mm |
