1976 Mazda Familia vs. 1999 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Sharan (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 870 kg more than 1976 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Volkswagen Sharan (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 1999 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Familia | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1781 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2850 mm |
