1972 Ford Mustang vs. 1990 Mazda 929
To start off, 1990 Mazda 929 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,753 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (267 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 929. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 309 kg more than 1990 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Ford Mustang (417 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 929. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Mustang | 1990 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Mustang | 929 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5753 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 417 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2720 mm |