2002 Ford Focus vs. 1987 Mazda 929
To start off, 2002 Ford Focus is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Focus (131 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 929. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 929 weights approximately 78 kg more than 2002 Ford Focus.
Because 1987 Mazda 929 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1987 Mazda 929 (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Focus | 1987 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Focus | 929 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2183 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
