1986 Mazda 929 vs. 1994 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1994 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1994 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 164 kg more than 1986 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mazda 929 | 1994 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 929 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2430 mm |
