1987 Mazda 929 vs. 2009 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2009 Nissan NP300 is newer by 22 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 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda 929 (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Nissan NP300. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan NP300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1987 Mazda 929.
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 (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan NP300. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Mazda 929 | 2009 Nissan NP300 | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | 929 | NP300 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2183 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2960 mm |