1986 Mazda 929 vs. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 13 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 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mazda 929 (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (187 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 175 kg more than 1986 Mazda 929.
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, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee (295 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda 929. (259 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mazda 929 | 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Mazda | Jeep |
| Model | 929 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3050 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |
