1977 Mazda Familia vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 677 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 Passat (251 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 Passat | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | Familia | Passat |
Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1896 cc |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1477 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2720 mm |