2007 Ford Fusion vs. 1980 Mazda 929
To start off, 2007 Ford Fusion 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, 1980 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fusion. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fusion weights approximately 75 kg more than 1980 Mazda 929.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Mazda 929 (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fusion. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Fusion | 1980 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Fusion | 929 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
