1974 Mazda 110 S vs. 2004 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 30 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 34 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda 110 S should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 244 kg more than 1974 Mazda 110 S.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Volkswagen Polo (335 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 110 S. (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Polo 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 | 2004 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 110 S | Polo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 1421 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1204 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2470 mm |
