1987 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1987 Mazda 929
To start off, both 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 and 1987 Mazda 929 were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda 929 (163 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90. (130 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 929 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90. 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, 1987 Mazda 929 (247 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90. (176 Nm). This means 1987 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1987 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | 90 | 929 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 247 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |