1981 Ford Falcon vs. 1985 Mazda 929
To start off, 1985 Mazda 929 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Falcon (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Falcon weights approximately 220 kg more than 1985 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, 1981 Ford Falcon (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Falcon | 1985 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Falcon | 929 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |
