1974 Mazda Familia vs. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan (105 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 1395 kg more than 1974 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda Familia | 2005 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Familia | Multivan |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1896 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 2199 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3010 mm |
