1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 33 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 10 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 387 kg more than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | RX 4 Coupe | Passat |
Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |