1968 Mazda Familia vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 616 kg more than 1968 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mazda Familia | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | Familia | Passat |
Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 987 cc | 3597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |