1995 Ford Ranger vs. 1973 Mazda 929
To start off, 1995 Ford Ranger is newer by 22 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Ranger (148 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Ranger weights approximately 358 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Ranger | 1973 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Ranger | 929 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2520 mm |
