1980 Mazda 929 vs. 1998 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 220 kg more than 1980 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, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (166 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 929. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mazda 929 | 1998 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 929 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
