1982 Mazda 929 vs. 1971 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 1982 Mazda 929 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volkswagen 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volkswagen 411 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mazda 929 (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1971 Volkswagen 411. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1971 Volkswagen 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mazda 929 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1971 Volkswagen 411. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volkswagen 411. (135 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1982 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volkswagen 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mazda 929 | 1971 Volkswagen 411 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 929 | 411 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
