1986 Mazda 929 vs. 2005 Rover 25
To start off, 2005 Rover 25 is newer by 19 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, 1986 Mazda 929 (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Rover 25. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mazda 929 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2005 Rover 25. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 25. (110 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mazda 929 | 2005 Rover 25 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | 929 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
