1980 Mazda 929 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 24 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 3,187 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1159 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 929. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mazda 929 | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 929 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 3187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |
