1971 Mazda Familia vs. 1983 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1983 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volkswagen Golf (88 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 156 kg more than 1971 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, 1983 Volkswagen Golf (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Mazda Familia | 1983 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | Familia | Golf |
Year Released | 1971 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 987 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2410 mm |