1976 Ford Cortina vs. 1985 Mazda 929
To start off, 1985 Mazda 929 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Cortina (91 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mazda 929 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Cortina | 1985 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Cortina | 929 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2620 mm |