1984 Mazda 929 vs. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 121 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 929. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 923 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, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 929. (160 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mazda 929 | 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | 929 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 4013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2900 mm |
