1987 Mazda 929 vs. 1952 Rover P4
To start off, 1987 Mazda 929 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda 929 (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1952 Rover P4. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1952 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Rover P4 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Mazda 929 (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Mazda 929 | 1952 Rover P4 | |
Make | Mazda | Rover |
Model | 929 | P4 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2183 cc | 2101 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 65.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 105 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2830 mm |