2009 Ford Fusion vs. 1974 Mazda 929
To start off, 2009 Ford Fusion is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fusion (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda 929 weights approximately 104 kg more than 2009 Ford Fusion.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Fusion (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Fusion | 1974 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Fusion | 929 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
