1973 Mazda 110 S vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 40 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 457 kg more than 1973 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 Jetta (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 110 S | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 110 S | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 2000 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1417 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2651 mm |
