1986 Mazda 929 vs. 2003 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2003 TVR Tuscan is newer by 17 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 3,603 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Tuscan (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 929. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mazda 929 weights approximately 425 kg more than 2003 TVR Tuscan.
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, 2003 TVR Tuscan (401 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda 929. (259 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda 929. 1986 Mazda 929 has automatic transmission and 2003 TVR Tuscan has manual transmission. 2003 TVR Tuscan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Mazda 929 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mazda 929 | 2003 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Mazda | TVR |
| Model | 929 | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3603 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2370 mm |
