1980 Mazda 929 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 27 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 408 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 929. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mazda 929 | 2007 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 929 | Touran |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
