1975 Mazda 1000 vs. 1975 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 1975 Mazda 1000 and 1975 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (1975). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volkswagen Passat (75 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 1000. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 200 kg more than 1975 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Mazda 1000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Mazda 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1975 Volkswagen Passat (114 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Mazda 1000 | 1975 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | 1000 | Passat |
Year Released | 1975 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 987 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 75 HP |
Torque | 77 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2480 mm |