1993 Ford Scorpio vs. 1973 Mazda 929
To start off, 1993 Ford Scorpio is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Scorpio (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 95 kg more than 1973 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Ford Scorpio (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 929. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Scorpio | 1973 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Scorpio | 929 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
