1988 Mazda 929 vs. 2012 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2012 Nissan Cube is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1988 Mazda 929. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 1988 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mazda 929 weights approximately 44 kg more than 2012 Nissan Cube.
Because 1988 Mazda 929 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Cube, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Cube (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mazda 929. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Cube will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mazda 929 | 2012 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 929 | Cube |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1301 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2530 mm |
