1986 Mazda 929 vs. 2012 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2012 Nissan NP300 is newer by 26 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mazda 929 (145 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2012 Nissan NP300. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NP300.
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 (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan NP300. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Mazda 929 | 2012 Nissan NP300 | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | 929 | NP300 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2960 mm |