1979 Mazda 929 vs. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 716 kg more than 1979 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Mazda 929 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer (407 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mazda 929 | 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | 929 | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1836 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 85 L |