1986 Mazda 929 vs. 1967 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 1986 Mazda 929 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 NSU Wankel Spider 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 141 more horse power than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mazda 929 weights approximately 890 kg more than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. 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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mazda 929 | 1967 NSU Wankel Spider | |
| Make | Mazda | NSU |
| Model | 929 | Wankel Spider |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 497 cc |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2020 mm |
