2009 Ford Focus vs. 1986 Mazda 929
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (99 HP @ 3850 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 153 kg more than 1986 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Focus (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1986 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Focus | 929 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1752 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3850 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1303 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |
