1974 Mazda 929 vs. 2013 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2013 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Transit Connect (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 519 kg more than 1974 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, 2013 Ford Transit Connect (174 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mazda 929 | 2013 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Mazda | Ford |
Model | 929 | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1589 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2113 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 56 L |