2006 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1974 Mazda 929
To start off, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria (224 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1786 kg more than 1974 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, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria (359 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Crown Victoria | 1974 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Crown Victoria | 929 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
