1995 Mazda RX-01 vs. 1989 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,614 cc, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1989 Volkswagen Golf. (210 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1989 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda RX-01 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1989 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Mazda RX-01. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Volkswagen Golf (252 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1989 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda RX-01 | 1989 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | RX-01 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2614 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2480 mm |
