1979 Ford LTD vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford LTD would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford LTD (133 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 466 kg more than 1994 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Ford LTD (332 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford LTD | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | LTD | 626 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2620 mm |
