1981 Mazda 323 vs. 1974 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1981 Mazda 323 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volkswagen Golf (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 50 kg more than 1981 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Volkswagen Golf (82 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm). This means 1974 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda 323 | 1974 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 323 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1069 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
