1987 Mazda 929 vs. 1972 Nissan 240 C
To start off, 1987 Mazda 929 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan 240 C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan 240 C would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Nissan 240 C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda 929 (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1972 Nissan 240 C. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan 240 C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 929 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1972 Nissan 240 C. 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, 1972 Nissan 240 C (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 929. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan 240 C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Mazda 929 | 1972 Nissan 240 C | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | 929 | 240 C |
Year Released | 1987 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2183 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2700 mm |