1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe vs. 1977 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 1977 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe would be higher. At 2,616 cc (2 cylinders), 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1977 Volkswagen Beetle. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe should accelerate faster than 1977 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe weights approximately 290 kg more than 1977 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volkswagen Beetle. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe | 1977 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | RX 4 Coupe | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
