1978 Mazda 929 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 34 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 929 | 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 929 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1453 mm |
