1976 Mazda 929 vs. 1979 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 1979 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1979 Volkswagen Beetle. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1979 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda 929 weights approximately 254 kg more than 1979 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volkswagen Beetle. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda 929 | 1979 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 929 | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
