1976 Mazda Familia vs. 2005 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 29 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 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 480 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, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (211 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 2005 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Familia | Bora |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1786 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2520 mm |
