2007 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1987 Mazda 929
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 20 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 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 929. (163 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 929 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2007 Mazda RX-8.
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, 1987 Mazda 929 (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda RX-8 | 1987 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Mazda | Mazda |
Model | RX-8 | 929 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1306 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |