1978 Mazda 929 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 35 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), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1067 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (361 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 929 | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 929 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| 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 | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2137 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2893 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |
