1973 Mazda 929 vs. 1982 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1982 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1982 Volkswagen Polo. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1982 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda 929 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1982 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volkswagen Polo. (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 929 | 1982 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 929 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
