1987 Mazda 929 vs. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (201 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 929. (163 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1040 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 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (431 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 929. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda 929 | 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 929 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2860 mm |
