1987 Mazda 929 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado

To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 23 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, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 929. (163 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 929 weights approximately 219 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado.

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, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 929. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 929.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Mazda 929 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
Make Mazda Chevrolet
Model 929 Colorado
Year Released 1987 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2954 cc 2901 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 163 HP 185 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 247 Nm 258 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Vehicle Weight 1480 kg 1261 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2830 mm


 

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