1971 Mazda 110 S vs. 2012 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 41 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Routan (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1971 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 1078 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, 2012 Volkswagen Routan (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Routan 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 | 2012 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 110 S | Routan |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 3600 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3078 mm |
