1987 Mazda 929 vs. 2009 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2009 Pagani Zonda is newer by 22 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pagani Zonda (740 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 626 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 929. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 929 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2009 Pagani Zonda.
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, 2009 Pagani Zonda (708 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 524 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 929. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Mazda 929 | 2009 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | Mazda | Pagani |
Model | 929 | Zonda |
Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2183 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 740 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 708 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4886 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2014 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1141 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2785 mm |