1987 Mazda 929 vs. 2012 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2012 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 25 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 929. (163 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1139 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, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 929. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 929. 2012 Cadillac Escalade 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. 2012 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda 929 | 2012 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Mazda | Cadillac |
| Model | 929 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2619 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1857 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3302 mm |
