2006 Ford Fiesta vs. 1987 Mazda 929
To start off, 2006 Ford Fiesta is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda 929 (163 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 929 weights approximately 372 kg more than 2006 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Mazda 929 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fiesta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Mazda 929 (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fiesta | 1987 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Fiesta | 929 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1108 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2720 mm |
