1989 Ford Tempo vs. 1978 Mazda 929
To start off, 1989 Ford Tempo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Tempo (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Tempo weights approximately 80 kg more than 1978 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, 1989 Ford Tempo (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Tempo | 1978 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Tempo | 929 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2520 mm |
