1993 Maserati Ghibli vs. 1981 Mazda 929
To start off, 1993 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Maserati Ghibli is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 215 kg more than 1981 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 Maserati Ghibli (335 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Maserati Ghibli | 1981 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Maserati | Mazda |
| Model | Ghibli | 929 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
