1987 Avanti Avanti vs. 1981 Mazda 929
To start off, 1987 Avanti Avanti is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Avanti Avanti (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 550 kg more than 1981 Mazda 929. 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, 1987 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Avanti Avanti | 1981 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Avanti | Mazda |
Model | Avanti | 929 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1981 |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2620 mm |