1999 Ford Ka vs. 1985 Mazda 929
To start off, 1999 Ford Ka is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mazda 929 (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1999 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mazda 929 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1999 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Ka | 1985 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Ka | 929 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2620 mm |
