1987 Mazda 929 vs. 2003 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2003 TVR Griffith is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Griffith (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 929. (163 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 929 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2003 TVR Griffith.
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 Griffith (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 929. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda 929 | 2003 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Mazda | TVR |
| Model | 929 | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 484 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 | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2290 mm |
