1975 Mazda 1000 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1606 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 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Mazda 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 1000 | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1000 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2860 mm |
