1979 Mazda 929 vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 33 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 929. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1176 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (376 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda 929 | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | 929 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3670 mm |
