1975 Ford Fairlane vs. 1977 Mazda 929
To start off, 1977 Mazda 929 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Fairlane (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 376 kg more than 1977 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, 1975 Ford Fairlane (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Fairlane | 1977 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Fairlane | 929 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4096 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2520 mm |