1959 Ford Zodiac vs. 1985 Mazda 929
To start off, 1985 Mazda 929 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mazda 929 (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 42 kg more than 1985 Mazda 929.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Ford Zodiac (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Zodiac | 1985 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Zodiac | 929 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2620 mm |