1978 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1980 Mazda 929
To start off, 1980 Mazda 929 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Crown Victoria (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 590 kg more than 1980 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, 1978 Ford Crown Victoria (353 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 929. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Crown Victoria | 1980 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Crown Victoria | 929 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2520 mm |