2005 Ford Ikon vs. 1975 Mazda 929
To start off, 2005 Ford Ikon is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ikon. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda 929 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 Ford Ikon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ikon. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ikon | 1975 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Ikon | 929 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
