1971 Mazda Familia vs. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 34 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 901 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, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Mazda Familia | 2005 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | Familia | Sharan |
Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 987 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2890 mm |