1984 Mazda 929 vs. 1981 Volkswagen Santana
To start off, 1984 Mazda 929 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volkswagen Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volkswagen Santana would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Volkswagen Santana (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Volkswagen Santana should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mazda 929 weights approximately 362 kg more than 1981 Volkswagen Santana.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. (145 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1984 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volkswagen Santana.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Mazda 929 | 1981 Volkswagen Santana | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | 929 | Santana |
Year Released | 1984 | 1981 |
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 | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2560 mm |