1992 Mazda AZ-1 vs. 1992 Rover 400
To start off, both 1992 Mazda AZ-1 and 1992 Rover 400 were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rover 400 (86 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1992 Mazda AZ-1. (63 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1992 Mazda AZ-1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rover 400 weights approximately 456 kg more than 1992 Mazda AZ-1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Mazda AZ-1 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 1992 Mazda AZ-1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Rover 400, 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, 1992 Rover 400 (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda AZ-1. (88 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda AZ-1.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Mazda AZ-1 | 1992 Rover 400 | |
Make | Mazda | Rover |
Model | AZ-1 | 400 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 657 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2560 mm |