1987 Mazda 929 vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Subaru Impreza 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 929. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 200 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 2006 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Mazda 929. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Impreza (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 929. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda 929 | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | 929 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2183 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2530 mm |
