1987 Mazda 929 vs. 2006 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2006 Toyota MR2 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 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda 929 (163 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Toyota MR2. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 929 weights approximately 415 kg more than 2006 Toyota MR2. 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, 1987 Mazda 929 (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Mazda 929 | 2006 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 929 | MR2 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2954 cc | 1792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2460 mm |