1983 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1974 Mazda 929
To start off, 1983 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 4,930 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Maserati Quattroporte (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 850 kg more than 1974 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1983 Maserati Quattroporte (401 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Maserati Quattroporte | 1974 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Maserati | Mazda |
Model | Quattroporte | 929 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1974 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4930 cc | 1767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2520 mm |