1987 Mazda 929 vs. 2006 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Solstice 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 2,399 cc, 2006 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Solstice (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 929. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac Solstice weights approximately 37 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 Pontiac Solstice (225 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 929. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda 929 | 2006 Pontiac Solstice | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | 929 | Solstice |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2183 cc | 2399 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2420 mm |
