1986 Mazda 929 vs. 1985 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1986 Mazda 929 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volkswagen Passat (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 929. (100 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mazda 929 weights approximately 26 kg more than 1985 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 1986 Mazda 929 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Volkswagen Passat (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda 929. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mazda 929 | 1985 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 929 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2560 mm |
