1970 Ford 17 vs. 1983 Mazda 929
To start off, 1983 Mazda 929 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford 17 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mazda 929 (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1970 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mazda 929 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1970 Ford 17. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford 17 | 1983 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | 17 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
