1978 Mazda 929 vs. 1977 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1978 Mazda 929 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Cortina (86 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Cortina weights approximately 40 kg more than 1978 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 Cortina (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 929 | 1977 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | 929 | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
