2008 Ford Bantam vs. 1982 Mazda 929
To start off, 2008 Ford Bantam is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Bantam (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1982 Mazda 929. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mazda 929 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Bantam. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Bantam | 1982 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Bantam | 929 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2620 mm |
