1978 Mazda 929 vs. 1989 Ford Corsair
To start off, 1989 Ford Corsair is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Corsair (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Corsair weights approximately 60 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, 1989 Ford Corsair (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 929 | 1989 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | 929 | Corsair |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2560 mm |
