2007 Ford F-150 vs. 1987 Mazda 929
To start off, 2007 Ford F-150 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 929. (163 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 929.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford F-150 (353 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 929. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford F-150 | 1987 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | F-150 | 929 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2720 mm |
