1970 Ford Cortina vs. 1979 Mazda 929
To start off, 1979 Mazda 929 is newer by 9 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 1,767 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda 929 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1970 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1979 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 | 1979 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Cortina | 929 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2520 mm |