2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 1979 Mazda 929
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo is newer by 22 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 1,767 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 322 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, 2001 Ford Mondeo (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 1979 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Mondeo | 929 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
