1987 Mazda 929 vs. 2005 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest is newer by 18 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 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 929. (163 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 416 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, 2005 Nissan Quest, 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, 2005 Nissan Quest (314 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 929. (247 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda 929 | 2005 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 929 | Quest |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3160 mm |
