1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 1974 Mazda 929
To start off, 1984 Ford Fiesta is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda 929 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1984 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Fiesta | 1974 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Fiesta | 929 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1117 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2520 mm |