2006 Ford Focus vs. 1978 Mazda 929
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 80 kg more than 1978 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 Focus (155 Nm @ 4150 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 1978 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Focus | 929 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
