1972 Mazda 110 S vs. 2010 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1972 Mazda 110 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 324 kg more than 1972 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, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 110 S | 2010 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 110 S | Golf |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 1400 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2578 mm |
