1977 Mazda 929 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 22 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 2,324 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 402 kg more than 1977 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, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (205 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 929 | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 929 | Bora |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
