1974 Mazda 929 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 37 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Caddy (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 295 kg more than 1974 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 Caddy (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 929 | 2011 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 929 | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
