1966 Ford Lotus Cortina vs. 1975 Mazda 929
To start off, 1975 Mazda 929 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda 929 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina | 1975 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Lotus Cortina | 929 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
