1977 Mazda 929 vs. 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit. (64 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mazda 929 weights approximately 229 kg more than 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 929 | 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 929 | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1715 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
