1970 Ford Cortina vs. 1976 Mazda 929
To start off, 1976 Mazda 929 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Cortina (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Cortina weights approximately 11 kg more than 1976 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Cortina | 1976 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Cortina | 929 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |