1981 Mazda 929 vs. 1987 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 1987 TVR Tasmin is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 TVR Tasmin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 TVR Tasmin (196 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 TVR Tasmin should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mazda 929 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1987 TVR Tasmin.
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, 1987 TVR Tasmin (301 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 TVR Tasmin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda 929 | 1987 TVR Tasmin | |
| Make | Mazda | TVR |
| Model | 929 | Tasmin |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2390 mm |
