1987 Mazda 929 vs. 2003 Rover 75
To start off, 2003 Rover 75 is newer by 16 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, 2003 Rover 75 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 929. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Rover 75 weights approximately 80 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 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, 2003 Rover 75, 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, 1987 Mazda 929 (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda 929 | 2003 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | 929 | 75 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2183 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2750 mm |
