1993 Dodge Viper vs. 1978 Mazda 929
To start off, 1993 Dodge Viper is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Viper weights approximately 392 kg more than 1978 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, 1993 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Dodge Viper | 1978 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Viper | 929 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 359 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
