2000 Ford Falcon vs. 1979 Mazda 929
To start off, 2000 Ford Falcon is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Falcon (268 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Falcon weights approximately 228 kg more than 1979 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 Falcon (420 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Falcon | 1979 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Falcon | 929 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
