1985 Mazda 929 vs. 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 3,352 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 459 kg more than 1985 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix (291 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mazda 929 | 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | 929 | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 3352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2790 mm |
