1978 Mazda 929 vs. 2011 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2011 Ford Falcon is newer by 33 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Falcon (265 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Falcon weights approximately 687 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, 2011 Ford Falcon (409 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 929 | 2011 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | 929 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 409 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
