1987 Mazda 929 vs. 2011 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sequoia 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 929. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1289 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, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 929. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 929. 2011 Toyota Sequoia 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. 2011 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Mazda 929 | 2011 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 929 | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2183 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 2599 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1956 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3099 mm |