1973 Mazda 929 vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (414 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 485 kg more than 1973 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (529 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 929. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 929 | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | 929 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |
