1983 Mazda 929 vs. 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 1983 Mazda 929 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco (112 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mazda 929 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco. (159 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda 929 | 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 929 | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
