1992 Volkswagen Vento vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volkswagen Vento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volkswagen Vento would be higher. At 2,489 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 3 (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1992 Volkswagen Vento. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1992 Volkswagen Vento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 3 weights approximately 267 kg more than 1992 Volkswagen Vento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2013 Mazda 3 (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volkswagen Vento. (150 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volkswagen Vento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Volkswagen Vento | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Mazda |
| Model | Vento | 3 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
