1987 Mazda 929 vs. 1985 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 1987 Mazda 929 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 TVR Tasmin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 TVR Tasmin would be higher. At 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 TVR Tasmin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 TVR Tasmin (196 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 929. (163 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 TVR Tasmin should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 929 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1985 TVR Tasmin.
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, 1985 TVR Tasmin (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 929. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 TVR Tasmin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda 929 | 1985 TVR Tasmin | |
| Make | Mazda | TVR |
| Model | 929 | Tasmin |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2390 mm |
