1987 Mazda 929 vs. 2006 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2006 Nissan 350Z is newer by 19 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 3,489 cc, 2006 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan 350Z (300 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 929. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 230 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Nissan 350Z (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 929. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda 929 | 2006 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 929 | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2183 cc | 3489 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |
