1986 Mazda 929 vs. 2002 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2002 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 16 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 45 more horse power than 2002 Toyota RAV4. (145 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mazda 929 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2002 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Toyota RAV4 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, 2002 Toyota RAV4 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota RAV4. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mazda 929 | 2002 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 929 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2500 mm |
