1974 Mazda 616 vs. 2001 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 4,003 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Passat (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 753 kg more than 1974 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, 2001 Volkswagen Passat (370 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 616 | 2001 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 616 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 4003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |
