1988 Ford Fairlane vs. 1983 Mazda 929
To start off, 1988 Ford Fairlane is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 4,089 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Fairlane (138 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 480 kg more than 1983 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, 1988 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Fairlane | 1983 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Fairlane | 929 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4089 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2620 mm |
