1978 Mazda 929 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 21 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 929 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mazda 929 | 1999 Volkswagen Lupo | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | 929 | Lupo |
Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2330 mm |