1987 Mazda 929 vs. 2010 Tata Nano
To start off, 2010 Tata Nano 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, 1987 Mazda 929 (163 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2010 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 929 weights approximately 880 kg more than 2010 Tata Nano. 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda 929 | 2010 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Mazda | Tata |
| Model | 929 | Nano |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2230 mm |
