1986 Mazda 929 vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 27 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 5,998 cc, 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (616 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 426 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 929. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 725 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.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Mazda 929. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (800 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 541 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda 929. (259 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Mazda 929 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Mazda | Bentley |
Model | 929 | Continental |
Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Type | V | W |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 616 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 259 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 2350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4804 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2227 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2746 mm |