1972 Mazda 110 S vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 41 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 558 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, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Passat 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 | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 110 S | Passat |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 2000 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4868 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1487 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2803 mm |
