2007 Ford Expedition vs. 1980 Mazda 929
To start off, 2007 Ford Expedition 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Expedition weights approximately 645 kg more than 1980 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, 2007 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 929. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Expedition | 1980 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Expedition | 929 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 55 L |
