1982 Mazda 323 vs. 1974 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1982 Mazda 323 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volkswagen Passat (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1982 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 70 kg more than 1982 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 Passat (121 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mazda 323. (80 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mazda 323 | 1974 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 323 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2480 mm |
