1982 Volkswagen Scirocco vs. 2011 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2011 Mazda Premacy is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda Premacy (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 528 kg more than 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Mazda Premacy (230 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco. (146 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco | 2011 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Mazda |
| Model | Scirocco | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 927 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2680 mm |
