1997 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2011 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2011 Mazda Premacy is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,323 cc (5 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (167 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2011 Mazda Premacy. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 216 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Golf.
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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. (225 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Volkswagen Golf | 2011 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Mazda |
| Model | Golf | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2323 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1239 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |
