1987 Mazda 929 vs. 2013 Infiniti IPL
To start off, 2013 Infiniti IPL is newer by 26 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti IPL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti IPL (343 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 929. (163 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti IPL should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti IPL weights approximately 233 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, 2013 Infiniti IPL (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 929. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti IPL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Mazda 929 | 2013 Infiniti IPL | |
Make | Mazda | Infiniti |
Model | 929 | IPL |
Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2954 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 343 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1713 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1823 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1406 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2850 mm |