1982 Mazda 929 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 29 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Polo (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1982 Mazda 929. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mazda 929 weights approximately 62 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Polo.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Volkswagen Polo (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mazda 929 | 2011 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 929 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1088 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
