2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1985 Mazda 929
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 5,324 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mazda 929 weights approximately 72 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 1985 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Silverado | 929 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5324 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2620 mm |
