2005 Ford Focus vs. 1976 Mazda 929
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 361 kg more than 1976 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, 2005 Ford Focus (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 1976 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Focus | 929 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
