2007 Ford Bantam vs. 1980 Mazda 929
To start off, 2007 Ford Bantam is newer by 27 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Bantam (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mazda 929 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2007 Ford Bantam.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 135 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Bantam | 1980 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Bantam | 929 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
