1986 Mazda 929 vs. 2006 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2006 Pontiac GTO is newer by 20 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac GTO (400 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 540 kg more than 1986 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Pontiac GTO (543 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mazda 929 | 2006 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | 929 | GTO |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2800 mm |
