1986 Mazda 929 vs. 1996 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 1996 Nissan Rasheen is newer by 10 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 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 86 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Rasheen. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Rasheen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mazda 929 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1996 Nissan Rasheen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Mazda 929. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1986 Mazda 929 (259 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Rasheen. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Rasheen. 1986 Mazda 929 has automatic transmission and 1996 Nissan Rasheen has manual transmission. 1996 Nissan Rasheen 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 | 1996 Nissan Rasheen | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 929 | Rasheen |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2440 mm |
