1989 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1987 Mazda 929
To start off, 1989 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 2 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 2,614 cc, 1989 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda RX-7 (200 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 929. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 929 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Mazda RX-7 (264 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 929. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mazda RX-7 | 1987 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | RX-7 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2614 cc | 2183 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2720 mm |
