1973 Mazda 616 vs. 1992 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1992 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volkswagen Golf (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 280 kg more than 1973 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Volkswagen Golf (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mazda 616 | 1992 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | 616 | Golf |
Year Released | 1973 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2480 mm |