1986 Mazda 929 vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 1986 Mazda 929 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mazda 929 (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mazda 929 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1954 Rover P4. 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, 1986 Mazda 929 (259 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1986 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4. 1986 Mazda 929 has automatic transmission and 1954 Rover P4 has manual transmission. 1954 Rover P4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Mazda 929 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mazda 929 | 1954 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | 929 | P4 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2830 mm |
