1986 Mazda 929 vs. 1998 Rover 400
To start off, 1998 Rover 400 is newer by 12 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, 1998 Rover 400 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mazda 929 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1998 Rover 400.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Rover 400 (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mazda 929 | 1998 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | 929 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
