2004 Ford Expedition vs. 1987 Mazda 929
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 17 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 929. (163 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 887 kg more than 1987 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (395 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 929. (247 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 929. 2004 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1987 Mazda 929 has manual transmission. 1987 Mazda 929 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 1987 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Expedition | 929 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2367 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2720 mm |
