1999 Lotec C 1000 vs. 1987 Mazda 929
To start off, 1999 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 5,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 729 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 929. (114 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 929 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1999 Lotec C 1000.
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, 1999 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 823 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 929. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lotec C 1000 | 1987 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Lotec | Mazda |
Model | C 1000 | 929 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5498 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 843 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 990 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1430 mm |