1986 Mazda 929 vs. 2009 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 23 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 27 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Rodius. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 298 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, 2009 SsangYong Rodius (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda 929. (259 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Mazda 929 | 2009 SsangYong Rodius | |
Make | Mazda | SsangYong |
Model | 929 | Rodius |
Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 259 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3010 mm |