1987 Mazda 929 vs. 2011 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2011 Lotus Evora is newer by 24 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lotus Evora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 929. (163 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 929 weights approximately 98 kg more than 2011 Lotus Evora.
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, 2011 Lotus Evora (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 929. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda 929 | 2011 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Mazda | Lotus |
| Model | 929 | Evora |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1382 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1222 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2576 mm |
