1986 Mazda 929 vs. 1997 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1997 TVR Cerbera is newer by 11 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 4,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mazda 929 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1997 TVR Cerbera.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1997 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mazda 929 | 1997 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Mazda | TVR |
| Model | 929 | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 4184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |
