1971 Mazda Familia vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 37 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 629 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | Familia | Golf |
Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 987 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1373 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2580 mm |