1983 Mazda 929 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,000 cc, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 644 kg more than 1983 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, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda 929 | 2012 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 929 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2919 mm |
