1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe vs. 2012 Volkswagen Caddy

To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 37 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 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 255 kg more than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe.

Let's talk about torque, 2012 Volkswagen Caddy (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Caddy 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 2012 Volkswagen Caddy
Make Mazda Volkswagen
Model RX 4 Coupe Caddy
Year Released 1975 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2616 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 114 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5000 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 1365 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1810 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2690 mm


 

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