1987 Mazda 929 vs. 2001 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2001 Subaru Impreza is newer by 14 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 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Impreza (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 929. (163 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 929 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2001 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2001 Subaru Impreza 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, 2001 Subaru Impreza 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, 2001 Subaru Impreza (334 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 929. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda 929 | 2001 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | 929 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |
