1990 Ford Scorpio vs. 1984 Mazda 929
To start off, 1990 Ford Scorpio is newer by 6 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Scorpio (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 103 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, 1990 Ford Scorpio (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Scorpio | 1984 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Scorpio | 929 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |
