1978 Mazda 929 vs. 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 929 weights approximately 143 kg more than 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco (146 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 929 | 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 929 | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 927 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2400 mm |
