1986 Mazda 929 vs. 1992 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1992 Nissan Laurel is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Nissan Laurel (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 20 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Laurel. (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mazda 929 | 1992 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 929 | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1808 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
