1987 Mazda 929 vs. 1967 Volkswagen Sedan
To start off, 1987 Mazda 929 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volkswagen Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volkswagen Sedan would be higher. At 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda 929 (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1967 Volkswagen Sedan. (45 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1967 Volkswagen Sedan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 929 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1967 Volkswagen Sedan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 Mazda 929 (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volkswagen Sedan. (97 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volkswagen Sedan.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Mazda 929 | 1967 Volkswagen Sedan | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | 929 | Sedan |
Year Released | 1987 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2183 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |