1990 Mazda 929 vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 929. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 185 kg more than 1990 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mazda 929. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (382 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 929. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mazda 929 | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | 929 | Frontier |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 382 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3200 mm |