2003 Lexus LS vs. 1979 Mazda 929
To start off, 2003 Lexus LS is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lexus LS (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus LS weights approximately 710 kg more than 1979 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, 2003 Lexus LS (418 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lexus LS | 1979 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Lexus | Mazda |
| Model | LS | 929 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 65 L |
