1989 Ford Fiesta vs. 1985 Mazda 929
To start off, 1989 Ford Fiesta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Fiesta (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mazda 929 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (138 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Fiesta | 1985 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Fiesta | 929 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2620 mm |
