2009 Ford Expedition vs. 1984 Mazda 929
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 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 221 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mazda 929 weights approximately 186 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Expedition | 1984 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Expedition | 929 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2620 mm |
