2006 Ford Ikon vs. 1982 Mazda 929
To start off, 2006 Ford Ikon is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ikon (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1982 Mazda 929. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ikon should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ikon weights approximately 565 kg more than 1982 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, 1982 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ikon. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ikon | 1982 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Ikon | 929 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
