1997 Kia Potentia vs. 1987 Mazda 929
To start off, 1997 Kia Potentia is newer by 10 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Kia Potentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Potentia (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 929. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Potentia weights approximately 175 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, 1997 Kia Potentia (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 929. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Potentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Kia Potentia | 1987 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Potentia | 929 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2183 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |