1978 Mazda 929 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 32 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 1,984 cc, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 228 kg more than 1978 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, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 929 | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1404 mm |
