1987 Mazda 929 vs. 2009 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2009 Suzuki SX4 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 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda 929 (163 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki SX4. (143 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 929 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2009 Suzuki SX4. 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki SX4. (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki SX4. 2009 Suzuki SX4 has automatic transmission and 1987 Mazda 929 has manual transmission. 1987 Mazda 929 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Suzuki SX4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda 929 | 2009 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | 929 | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |
