1974 Mazda Familia vs. 2009 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 35 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), 2009 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen T5 (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1466 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, 2009 Volkswagen T5 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda Familia | 2009 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Familia | T5 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1896 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3410 mm |
