1988 Audi V8 vs. 1973 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 1988 Audi V8 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi V8 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1973 Mazda 110 S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi V8 | 1973 Mazda 110 S | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | V8 | 110 S |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 1962 cc |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2360 mm |
