1987 Mazda 929 vs. 1966 Wartburg 353
To start off, 1987 Mazda 929 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 353. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 353 would be higher. At 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda 929 (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 353. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 353. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 929 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1966 Wartburg 353. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Mazda 929 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Wartburg 353, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mazda 929 (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 353. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 353.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Mazda 929 | 1966 Wartburg 353 | |
Make | Mazda | Wartburg |
Model | 929 | 353 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2183 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2460 mm |