1973 Mazda 1000 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 827 kg more than 1973 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Mazda 1000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Mazda 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 1000 | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1000 | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1541 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4426 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1703 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2604 mm |
