1977 Mazda 929 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 29 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 562 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 929 | 2006 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 929 | Touran |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1636 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
