2002 Lexus IS vs. 1987 Mazda 929
To start off, 2002 Lexus IS is newer by 15 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 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda 929 (163 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2002 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 929 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2002 Lexus IS. 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, 1987 Mazda 929 (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lexus IS | 1987 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Lexus | Mazda |
| Model | IS | 929 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2720 mm |
