1986 Mazda 929 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touran 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 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mazda 929 (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mazda 929 weights approximately 127 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 1986 Mazda 929 (259 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1986 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Mazda 929 | 2007 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | 929 | Touran |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 259 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1498 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2680 mm |