1974 Mazda 110 S vs. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 38 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 2,000 cc, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 834 kg more than 1974 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, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 110 S. (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Sharan 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 | 2012 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 110 S | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 2000 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2919 mm |
