1975 Mazda Familia vs. 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit is newer by 7 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), 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit. (64 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit weights approximately 45 kg more than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 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 | 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Familia | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1271 cc | 1715 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 116 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 |
