1977 Mazda 616 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 2,324 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 330 kg more than 1977 Mazda 616. 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 Golf (210 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Mazda 616 | 1999 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | 616 | Golf |
Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2520 mm |