1987 Mazda 929 vs. 1999 Subaru Forester
To start off, 1999 Subaru Forester is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Forester (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 929. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Forester weights approximately 150 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.
Because 1999 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Mazda 929. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Subaru Forester (240 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 929. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda 929 | 1999 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | 929 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2183 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2530 mm |
