1977 Mazda Familia vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 554 kg more than 1977 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 Golf (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Mazda Familia | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | Familia | Golf |
Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1895 cc |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2520 mm |