1975 Mazda Familia vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 30 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 74 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 415 kg more than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (141 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Familia | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Familia | Golf |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1271 cc | 1896 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2680 mm |
