1985 Mazda 929 vs. 2002 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2002 TVR Cerbera is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Cerbera (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mazda 929 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2002 TVR Cerbera.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 TVR Cerbera (457 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mazda 929 | 2002 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Mazda | TVR |
| Model | 929 | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 457 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2570 mm |
