1974 Mazda 110 S vs. 1998 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1974 Mazda 110 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda 110 S (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. (103 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda 110 S should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 270 kg more than 1974 Mazda 110 S.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 110 S. (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 110 S | 1998 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 110 S | Golf |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 1598 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2520 mm |
