1988 Mazda 929 vs. 1987 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1988 Mazda 929 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1987 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda RX-7 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1988 Mazda 929. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1988 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mazda 929 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1987 Mazda RX-7.
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, 1987 Mazda RX-7 (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mazda 929. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mazda 929 | 1987 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 929 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2440 mm |
