1972 Mazda Familia vs. 2010 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 723 kg more than 1972 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, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda Familia | 2010 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | Familia | Passat |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 987 cc | 1984 cc |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1463 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2720 mm |