1987 Mazda 929 vs. 2001 Toyota Allion
To start off, 2001 Toyota Allion 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 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Allion (151 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 929. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Allion should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 929 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2001 Toyota Allion.
Because 1987 Mazda 929 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Allion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Allion (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 929. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Allion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 929. 2001 Toyota Allion has automatic transmission and 1987 Mazda 929 has manual transmission. 1987 Mazda 929 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Allion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda 929 | 2001 Toyota Allion | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 929 | Allion |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2183 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
