1973 Mazda 929 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 38 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Golf (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 276 kg more than 1973 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, 2011 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 929 | 2011 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 929 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1346 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
