1981 Mazda 929 vs. 1994 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 1994 Nissan Rasheen is newer by 13 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 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Rasheen (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Rasheen should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan Rasheen weights approximately 10 kg more than 1981 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Mazda 929. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Rasheen will offer significantly more control. 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, 1981 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Rasheen. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Rasheen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda 929 | 1994 Nissan Rasheen | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 929 | Rasheen |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |
