1991 Acura NSX vs. 1979 Mazda 929
To start off, 1991 Acura NSX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 929. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Acura NSX weights approximately 220 kg more than 1979 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Acura NSX | 1979 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Acura | Mazda |
| Model | NSX | 929 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2620 mm |
