2005 Ford GT vs. 1986 Mazda 929
To start off, 2005 Ford GT is newer by 19 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford GT (551 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 929. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mazda 929 weights approximately 41 kg more than 2005 Ford GT.
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, 2005 Ford GT (678 Nm) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda 929. (259 Nm). This means 2005 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford GT | 1986 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | GT | 929 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 551 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |
