1987 Mazda 929 vs. 2002 Toyota Will
To start off, 2002 Toyota Will is newer by 15 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, 2002 Toyota Will (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 929. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Will should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 929 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2002 Toyota Will.
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, 2002 Toyota Will, 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, 2002 Toyota Will (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 929. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Will will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 929. 2002 Toyota Will 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. 2002 Toyota Will will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda 929 | 2002 Toyota Will | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 929 | Will |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2183 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2380 mm |
