2000 Ford Cougar vs. 1984 Mazda 929
To start off, 2000 Ford Cougar is newer by 16 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Cougar (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Cougar weights approximately 178 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, 2000 Ford Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Cougar | 1984 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Cougar | 929 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
