1983 Ford Mustang vs. 1984 Mazda 929
To start off, 1984 Mazda 929 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Mustang (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Mustang weights approximately 126 kg more than 1984 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, 1983 Ford Mustang (278 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Mustang | 1984 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Mustang | 929 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2620 mm |
