2009 Ford F-350 vs. 1976 Mazda 929
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda 929 weights approximately 102 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-350 | 1976 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | F-350 | 929 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6260 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 55 L |
