2005 Lincoln Aviator vs. 1980 Mazda 929
To start off, 2005 Lincoln Aviator is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Aviator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Aviator (298 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Aviator should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Aviator weights approximately 1033 kg more than 1980 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, 2005 Lincoln Aviator (407 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Lincoln Aviator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lincoln Aviator | 1980 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mazda |
| Model | Aviator | 929 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2185 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2620 mm |
