2004 Ford Transit Connect vs. 1988 Mazda 929
To start off, 2004 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mazda 929 (110 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mazda 929 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 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 1988 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Transit Connect, 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, 2004 Ford Transit Connect (220 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mazda 929. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Transit Connect | 1988 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Transit Connect | 929 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1752 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |