2009 Ford Expedition vs. 1979 Mazda 929
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda 929 weights approximately 104 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Expedition | 1979 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Expedition | 929 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 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 |
