1976 Mazda Familia vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 36 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 661 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, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Familia | Passat |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2500 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4769 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2712 mm |
