2000 GMC Savana vs. 1989 Mazda 929
To start off, 2000 GMC Savana is newer by 11 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Savana (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1989 Mazda 929. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Savana weights approximately 985 kg more than 1989 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, 2000 GMC Savana (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda 929. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda 929. 2000 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 1989 Mazda 929 has manual transmission. 1989 Mazda 929 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Savana | 1989 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Savana | 929 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 15 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2720 mm |
