1986 Mazda 929 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 23 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Golf (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 220 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Volkswagen Golf (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mazda 929 | 2009 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 929 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |
