1973 Mazda 110 S vs. 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 1,962 cc, 1973 Mazda 110 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda 110 S (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda 110 S should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda 110 S weights approximately 165 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda 110 S (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda 110 S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 110 S | 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 110 S | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1470 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
