1987 Mazda 929 vs. 2010 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2010 Nissan Patrol 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Patrol (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 929. (163 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1305 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.
Because 2010 Nissan Patrol is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Mazda 929. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Patrol (559 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 929. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 929. 2010 Nissan Patrol 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. 2010 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda 929 | 2010 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 929 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 559 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3075 mm |
