1976 Mazda Familia vs. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 32 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 906 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, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Familia | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1895 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2850 mm |
