1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 1975 Mazda 929
To start off, 1986 Ferrari 208 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda 929 weights approximately 28 kg more than 1986 Ferrari 208.
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, 1986 Ferrari 208 (329 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 929. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 208 | 1975 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 208 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1132 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 65 L |
