1970 Mazda Familia vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1980 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volkswagen Passat (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 280 kg more than 1970 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, 1980 Volkswagen Passat (101 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mazda Familia | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | Familia | Passat |
Year Released | 1970 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 987 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2560 mm |