1981 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1981 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 1981 Mazda RX-7 and 1981 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (1981). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,292 cc, 1981 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mazda RX-7 (104 HP) has 45 more horse power than 1981 Volkswagen Passat. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1981 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1981 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Mazda RX-7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Mazda RX-7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1981 Mazda RX-7 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volkswagen Passat. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Mazda RX-7 | 1981 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | RX-7 | Passat |
Year Released | 1981 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 59 HP |
Torque | 145 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2560 mm |