1986 Mazda 929 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 929. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 687 kg more than 1986 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Mazda 929. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda 929. (259 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda 929. 1986 Mazda 929 has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Touareg has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Mazda 929 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mazda 929 | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 929 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 2312 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2860 mm |
