1987 Mazda 929 vs. 2013 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2013 Toyota 4Runner 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota 4Runner (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 929. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 874 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 Toyota 4Runner (377 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 929. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 929. 2013 Toyota 4Runner 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. 2013 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda 929 | 2013 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 929 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2183 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 2184 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2790 mm |
