2005 Mazda Drifter vs. 1986 Mazda 929
To start off, 2005 Mazda Drifter is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,499 cc, 2005 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mazda 929 (145 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (112 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter.
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, 2005 Mazda Drifter (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda 929. (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Drifter | 1986 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Drifter | 929 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1997 cc |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2720 mm |
