1986 Mazda 929 vs. 2004 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2004 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 18 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 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mazda 929 (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Mazda RX-8. (189 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mazda 929 weights approximately 233 kg more than 2004 Mazda RX-8. 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1986 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda RX-8. 1986 Mazda 929 has automatic transmission and 2004 Mazda RX-8 has manual transmission. 2004 Mazda RX-8 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 | 2004 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 929 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
