1985 Mazda 929 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Polo (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 50 kg more than 1985 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, 2006 Volkswagen Polo (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mazda 929 | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 929 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
