1986 Mazda 929 vs. 2007 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara is newer by 21 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Navara (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 929. (145 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Nissan Navara (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda 929. (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda 929. 2007 Nissan Navara has automatic transmission and 1986 Mazda 929 has manual transmission. 1986 Mazda 929 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Navara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mazda 929 | 2007 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 929 | Navara |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3210 mm |
