1973 Mazda 110 S vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 32 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 9 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda 110 S should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 145 kg more than 1973 Mazda 110 S.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda 110 S (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda 110 S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 110 S | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 110 S | Polo |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1390 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
