1980 Mazda 929 vs. 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1980 Mazda 929 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mazda 929 (83 HP) has 36 more horse power than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mazda 929 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Mazda 929 (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mazda 929 | 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 929 | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1469 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
