1987 Mazda 929 vs. 1958 Rover P4
To start off, 1987 Mazda 929 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P4 would be higher. 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 112 more horse power than 1958 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 929 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1958 Rover P4. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Mazda 929 | 1958 Rover P4 | |
Make | Mazda | Rover |
Model | 929 | P4 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2954 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2830 mm |