1988 Ford Meteor vs. 1979 Mazda 929
To start off, 1988 Ford Meteor is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,767 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1988 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Meteor | 1979 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Meteor | 929 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
