1979 Mazda 929 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 28 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 1,767 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 75 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, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (140 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda 929 | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 929 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1767 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
