2009 Ford Expedition vs. 1986 Mazda 929
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 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 120 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 929. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mazda 929 weights approximately 659 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
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, 2009 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda 929. (259 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Expedition | 1986 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Expedition | 929 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2720 mm |