1979 Mazda 929 vs. 1993 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 1993 Volkswagen Quantum is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volkswagen Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volkswagen Quantum (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volkswagen Quantum should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volkswagen Quantum weights approximately 60 kg more than 1979 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, 1993 Volkswagen Quantum (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Volkswagen Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda 929 | 1993 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 929 | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1767 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2560 mm |
