1987 Mazda 929 vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS 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 Lexus IS (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 929. (163 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus IS weights approximately 87 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.
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 Lexus IS (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 929. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda 929 | 2010 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Mazda | Lexus |
| Model | 929 | IS |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2731 mm |
