1971 Mazda 110 S vs. 1973 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1973 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1971 Mazda 110 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda 110 S (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda 110 S should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda 110 S weights approximately 66 kg more than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mazda 110 S (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda 110 S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda 110 S | 1973 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 110 S | Passat |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 1297 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2480 mm |
