2007 Mazda 6 vs. 1992 Volkswagen Vento
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 15 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 2,259 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (156 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1992 Volkswagen Vento. (75 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1992 Volkswagen Vento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 321 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, 2007 Mazda 6 (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volkswagen Vento. (126 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volkswagen Vento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 6 | 1992 Volkswagen Vento | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 6 | Vento |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2259 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1381 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
