1959 Isuzu Minx vs. 1989 Mazda 929
To start off, 1989 Mazda 929 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda 929 (110 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1959 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mazda 929 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1959 Isuzu Minx. 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, 1989 Mazda 929 (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Isuzu Minx | 1989 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Isuzu | Mazda |
Model | Minx | 929 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2720 mm |