1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 31 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 14 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 211 kg more than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | RX 4 Coupe | Golf |
Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1321 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |