1978 Mazda 929 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 33 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Routan (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 1014 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, 2011 Volkswagen Routan (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 929 | 2011 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 929 | Routan |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2084 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 78 L |
