1995 Mazda RX-01 vs. 1973 Mazda 929
To start off, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,614 cc, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda RX-01 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1973 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda RX-01 | 1973 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | RX-01 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2614 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
