1971 Mazda 110 S vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 36 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1971 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 538 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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 110 S | Passat |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 1984 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2720 mm |
