1996 Lexus SC vs. 1975 Mazda 929
To start off, 1996 Lexus SC is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lexus SC (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lexus SC weights approximately 478 kg more than 1975 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, 1996 Lexus SC (370 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 929. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lexus SC | 1975 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Lexus | Mazda |
| Model | SC | 929 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3969 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 65 L |
