1987 Mazda 929 vs. 1974 Volkswagen SP
To start off, 1987 Mazda 929 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen SP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen SP 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 50 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen SP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 929 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen SP. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Mazda 929 (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen SP.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda 929 | 1974 Volkswagen SP | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 929 | SP |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1974 |
| 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 | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
