1987 Mazda 929 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 929. (163 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 28 kg more than 1987 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Golf is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Mazda 929. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (329 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 929. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Mazda 929 | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | 929 | Golf |
Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2954 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1508 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4212 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2578 mm |