1989 Mazda 929 vs. 1993 Xedos 6
To start off, 1993 Xedos 6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Xedos 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Xedos 6 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1989 Mazda 929. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Xedos 6 should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mazda 929 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1993 Xedos 6.
Because 1989 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 1989 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Xedos 6, 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, 1993 Xedos 6 (170 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda 929. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Xedos 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mazda 929 | 1993 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Mazda | Xedos |
| Model | 929 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2620 mm |
