1987 Mazda 929 vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza

To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 929. (163 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 929 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza.

Because 2011 Subaru Impreza 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 929. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 929.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Mazda 929 2011 Subaru Impreza
Make Mazda Subaru
Model 929 Impreza
Year Released 1987 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2954 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 163 HP 265 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 247 Nm 330 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1480 kg 1455 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 4415 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1796 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1476 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2624 mm


 

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