1980 Mazda 929 vs. 2011 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen CC is newer by 31 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 427 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, 2011 Volkswagen CC (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 929. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mazda 929 | 2011 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 929 | CC |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
