2008 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1981 Mazda 929
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mazda 929 weights approximately 88 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon.
Because 1981 Mazda 929 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Tiburon | 1981 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Tiburon | 929 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2620 mm |
