1996 Ford Ranger vs. 1984 Mazda 929
To start off, 1996 Ford Ranger is newer by 12 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 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Ranger (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Ranger weights approximately 243 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, 1996 Ford Ranger (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Ranger | 1984 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Ranger | 929 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2507 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2620 mm |
