1986 Mazda 929 vs. 1972 Triumph 1500
To start off, 1986 Mazda 929 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph 1500 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mazda 929 (145 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1972 Triumph 1500. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph 1500.
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 (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph 1500. (110 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1986 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mazda 929 | 1972 Triumph 1500 | |
| Make | Mazda | Triumph |
| Model | 929 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2460 mm |
