1987 Mazda 929 vs. 2010 Audi TT
To start off, 2010 Audi TT is newer by 23 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 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi TT (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 929. (163 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi TT weights approximately 60 kg more than 1987 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Mazda 929. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi TT will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Audi TT (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 929. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda 929 | 2010 Audi TT | |
| Make | Mazda | Audi |
| Model | 929 | TT |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1351 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2469 mm |
