2007 Ford Bantam vs. 1986 Mazda 929
To start off, 2007 Ford Bantam is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mazda 929 (89 HP) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Ford Bantam. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mazda 929 weights approximately 136 kg more than 2007 Ford Bantam. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Bantam | 1986 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Bantam | 929 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2620 mm |
