1986 Mazda 929 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado

To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 24 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 5 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mazda 929 weights approximately 364 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 1986 Mazda 929 (259 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. 1986 Mazda 929 has automatic transmission and 2010 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Mazda 929 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Mazda 929 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
Make Mazda Chevrolet
Model 929 Colorado
Year Released 1986 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2953 cc 2901 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 190 HP 185 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 259 Nm 258 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.9:1 9.1:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1625 kg 1261 kg
Vehicle Length 4930 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2830 mm