1971 Mazda 110 S vs. 1997 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 26 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 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1971 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 565 kg more than 1971 Mazda 110 S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda 110 S | 1997 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 110 S | Passat |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 2771 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
