1982 Mazda 929 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1982 Mazda 929. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1044 kg more than 1982 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 Touareg (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Mazda 929 | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | 929 | Touareg |
Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |