2002 Ford Focus vs. 1986 Mazda 929
To start off, 2002 Ford Focus is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Focus (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Focus weights approximately 50 kg more than 1986 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, 2002 Ford Focus (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Focus | 1986 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Focus | 929 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |
