2002 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1973 Mazda 929
To start off, 2002 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 29 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 2,615 cc, 2002 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 230 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.
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, 2002 Mazda RX-8 (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 929. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda RX-8 | 1973 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | RX-8 | 929 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2615 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |
