1987 Mazda 929 vs. 2011 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i40 is newer by 24 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 30 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i40. (133 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 54 kg more than 1987 Mazda 929.
Because 1987 Mazda 929 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i40, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i40. (164 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda 929 | 2011 Hyundai i40 | |
| Make | Mazda | Hyundai |
| Model | 929 | i40 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1534 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2770 mm |
