1975 Mazda Familia vs. 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit

To start off, 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,715 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit. (72 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit weights approximately 45 kg more than 1975 Mazda Familia.

Let's talk about torque, 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.

Compare all specifications:

1975 Mazda Familia 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit
Make Mazda Volkswagen
Model Familia Rabbit
Year Released 1975 1981
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1271 cc 1715 cc
Horse Power 74 HP 72 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 110 Nm 122 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 800 kg 845 kg
Vehicle Length 3860 mm 3950 mm
Vehicle Width 1550 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2270 mm 2410 mm


 

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