1987 Mazda 929 vs. 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1987 Mazda 929 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser (154 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 929. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 590 kg more than 1987 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 929. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda 929 | 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 929 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2183 cc | 3955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2740 mm |
