1977 Ford Falcon vs. 1979 Mazda 929
To start off, 1979 Mazda 929 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Falcon (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Falcon weights approximately 310 kg more than 1979 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, 1977 Ford Falcon (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Falcon | 1979 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Falcon | 929 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |