1982 Mazda 929 vs. 2011 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2011 Ford Mondeo is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mondeo (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1982 Mazda 929. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 482 kg more than 1982 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 Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mazda 929 | 2011 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | 929 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
