1986 Mazda 929 vs. 1965 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1986 Mazda 929 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mazda 929 (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mazda 929 weights approximately 745 kg more than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. 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, 1986 Mazda 929 (259 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Mazda 929 | 1965 Triumph Vitesse | |
Make | Mazda | Triumph |
Model | 929 | Vitesse |
Year Released | 1986 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 259 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 66.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 76 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2270 mm |